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When to plant Lilies in Daviess County County,

In Daviess County County, Lilies is a single-season spring crop — there's no second fall window. Plant April 13–April 27 for an 120-day harvest, finishing well before the October 31 first frost.

When to Plant Lilies in Daviess County, KY

Daviess County, Kentucky Zone 7a June

Your June planting checklist for Daviess County, Kentucky

Each item below is timed to Daviess County, Kentucky's frost dates and soil temperatures. Skip nothing, stress about nothing.

Avg. last frost April 6
Avg. first frost October 31
Soil temp (4") 72°F
Watering Moderate
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.6 hrs
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Lilies (Lilium spp.) are among the most impressive summer-blooming bulbs, delivering bold, upward- or outward-facing trumpet blooms on tall stems from June through August. Asiatic hybrids are the most cold-hardy, earliest to bloom, and easiest to grow; Oriental hybrids bloom later with intensely fragrant, larger flowers. Orienpet (OT) hybrids combine the hardiness of Asiatics with the fragrance and size of Orientals. True lilies (not to be confused with daylilies, which are Hemerocallis) form scaly bulbs that persist and multiply underground, returning reliably each year with increasingly large clumps.

Daviess County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 208 days.

At an elevation of 1,390 feet, Daviess County receives approximately 40.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Lilies during the growing season.

Perennial Blooms in Summer Pollinator-friendly Good for cutting Fragrant
Daviess County, KY (Zone 7a) Long season
208 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
208 growing days
First Fall Frost October 31
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Daviess County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.3-6.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Lilies Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (18 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 5 🌸 Bloom: Jun 14 – Oct 4
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (19 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 13 🌸 Bloom: Jun 22 – Oct 12
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (26 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 24 🌸 Bloom: Jul 3 – Oct 23

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Soil Compatibility in Daviess County

How your county's soil matches Lilies's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (5.3–6.7) overlaps with Lilies's range (6.0–6.5), though not a perfect match.

Soil Texture

The silt loam soil in Daviess County is excellent for Lilies — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is moderate (2.7%). Annual compost additions will help Lilies.

How to Plant Lilies

5"
Planting Depth
12"
Between Plants
18"
Between Rows

Succession Planting Lilies

3
successive plantings in your 208-day season

Sow every 8 weeks. Last sowing by Jul 03 to harvest before frost.

Lilies Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.8″/week
You supply
0.2″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 337 gal / 100 sq ft

Monthly Watering Guide for Lilies

Lilies needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Lilies Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 2.9" 1.4" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 4.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 3.8" 0.5" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
Nov 3.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 3.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Apr–Oct in Daviess County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Lilies Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Lilies needs ~1,734 GDD — county provides 3,796 GDD Excellent fit

Lilies Planting Timeline — Daviess County, KY

Lilies Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 13 Apr 13 – Apr 27
Bloom June 22 Jun 22 – Oct 12

Plant 5" deep · 12" apart · Rows 18" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Transplant Outdoors
May
June Bloom
July Bloom
August Bloom
September Bloom
October Bloom
November
December
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Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · Only during dry spells

📅 Days to Maturity

70–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.5 · Your soil: acceptable

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

208 days in Daviess County

Growing Tips for Lilies in Daviess County

Direct sow Lilies outdoors after April 06 in Daviess County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

General growing tips

Plant bulbs in fall (preferred, September–October) or spring, setting them 3 times their diameter deep (typically 4–6 inches) with the pointed end up. Lilies need excellent drainage — they will rot in wet or heavy clay soils. Site with full sun on stems and blooms but cool, shaded soil at the base (ground cover or shallow-rooted annuals at their feet is ideal). Remove spent blooms but leave stems and foliage until they yellow naturally, as the bulb needs the foliage to photosynthesize and rebuild energy stores. Red lily beetle is a serious pest in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest; inspect plants regularly and hand-pick adults and larvae. Never plant Oriental or Asiatic lilies near cats — all Lilium species are highly toxic to cats. Year 2+ bulbs produce the most stems and largest blooms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lilies in Daviess County, KY?

Daviess County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Lilies planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Daviess County, KY?

Daviess County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 31.

When should I plant Lilies in Daviess County County, ?

In Daviess County County, , plant Lilies after the last frost (around April 6) and before the first frost (around October 31). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Daviess County County, for Lilies?

Daviess County County sits in USDA Zone 7a. Lilies grows reliably in zones 3a through 9a, so it's a good fit here.

Can Lilies grow in Daviess County County's climate?

Yes — Lilies grows well in Daviess County County's temperate climate. Daviess County County averages a 208-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 6 and first frost around October 31.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Daviess County, KY. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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