Mc Bride, MO — Planting Guide for June
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June to-do list for Perry County, Missouri
We've pulled the most time-sensitive tasks for Perry County, Missouri this June and put them front and centre. Tackle them in order.
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Begin indoor sowing: peppers, astilbe, and begonias
You're about 18 weeks out from your last frost — the perfect window to get these germinating indoors.
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Bring in the basil, carrots, and cucumber
Morning harvests are best — cooler temperatures mean crisper produce and longer fridge life.
Coming up in July — start thinking about
- First harvests: basil, carrots, and cucumber
Mc Bride has a classic four-season growing climate (Zone 7a). The last spring frost typically lands around April 10 and the first fall frost arrives around October 21 — a 194-day frost-free season that's long enough for tomatoes, peppers, melons, and a full succession of cool-weather crops on either side. The trick is timing: start warm-season seedlings indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, harden them off, and plant out the week after your local frost date is statistically safe.
Soils trend Silt Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.
Drought pressure is moderate (14.1 weeks/year on average). Mulching and drip irrigation pay for themselves quickly.
🌡️ USDA Zone
7a (0°F to 5°F min)
❄️ Avg. Last Frost
April 10
🍂 Avg. First Frost
October 21
📅 Growing Season
194 days
🌧️ Climate
Unknown 0.0" annual
💨 Wind
Unknown 0.0 mph avg
🥶 Frost Tier
Regular 0% frost-free years
🏜️ Drought
14.1 wk/yr trend stable
📍 ZIP Codes
1 ZIP
Monthly Watering Calendar for Mc Bride
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
The practical takeaway: Watering math is simple: 1 inch of rainfall delivers ~600 gallons to a 1,000 sq ft garden. Mc Bride's 0" annual rainfall covers some months entirely; others need a few hours of drip irrigation per week. The calendar tells you which is which.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.4 in | 7 days | — | None |
| Feb | 1.7 in | 6 days | — | None |
| Mar | 2.1 in | 7 days | 2.2 in | High |
| Apr | 3.5 in | 10 days | 0.8 in | Moderate |
| May | 4.3 in | 11 days | — | Low |
| Jun | 4.3 in | 10 days | — | Low |
| Jul | 3.8 in | 7 days | 0.5 in | Low |
| Aug | 3.5 in | 8 days | 0.8 in | Moderate |
| Sep | 3.5 in | 8 days | 0.8 in | Moderate |
| Oct | 3.1 in | 8 days | 1.2 in | Moderate |
| Nov | 2.7 in | 8 days | — | None |
| Dec | 2.1 in | 8 days | — | None |
Annual total: 36 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.
Mc Bride Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.4-6.5
Drainage
Well Drained
Frost Risk Probability
Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations
Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.
How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.
| Planting Strategy | Last Spring Frost | First Fall Frost | Frost-Free Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative (safest) | Apr 24 | Nov 2 | 192 days |
| Cautious | Apr 16 | Oct 27 | 194 days |
| Average year | Apr 10 | Oct 21 | 194 days |
| Optimistic | Apr 5 | Oct 14 | 192 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Mar 29 | Oct 5 | 190 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±26 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Perry County offers good growing conditions. A little planning around frost dates goes a long way.
Local Gardening Help in Perry County
Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Perry County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Perry County University of Missouri Extension Extension Office
Phone: 573-882-7554
Visit Extension Office Website →
Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.
Master Gardener Program
Free gardening help from trained volunteers
Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.
Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.
Soil Testing
Available through your extension office
Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.
Services Available in Perry County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Perry County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Perry County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.
How to Find Them
Search for "nurseries near Perry County MO" or "garden center Perry County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.
Community gardens & gardening groups
Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Perry County MO" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Perry County Gardeners" or "Missouri Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.
What to Plant After Your Harvest
After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.
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Sunlight & Day Length in Mc Bride
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
For new gardeners: Onions are a great example of why day length matters. They "bulb up" only when daylight hits a specific number of hours — plant the wrong variety (short-day in the north, long-day in the south) and you'll get tiny bulbs no matter how well you grow them. Mc Bride's latitude determines which onion varieties succeed.
Longest Day
14.6 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
9.4 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
9.4 hr/day peak (summer)
Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.
Onion tip: Your long summer days (14+ hours) support long-day onion varieties like Walla Walla, Sweet Spanish, and Ailsa Craig.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Daylight Hours | Peak Sun Hours | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.7 hr | 3.8 hr | Short day |
| February | 10.6 hr | 4.5 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.7 hr | 5.8 hr | Short day |
| April | 13 hr | 6.5 hr | Neutral |
| May | 14 hr | 7.7 hr | Long day |
| June | 14.6 hr | 8.6 hr | Long day |
| July | 14.4 hr | 9.4 hr | Long day |
| August | 13.5 hr | 8.6 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.2 hr | 7.1 hr | Neutral |
| October | 11 hr | 5.9 hr | Short day |
| November | 9.9 hr | 3.9 hr | Short day |
| December | 9.4 hr | 3.6 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Mc Bride
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
For new gardeners: Cold soil = stunted starts. A bean seed planted in 55°F soil rots before it germinates. Same seed in 65°F soil sprouts in 5 days. Mc Bride's soil temperature pattern shows you the difference month to month.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from May through Oct.
Best Month to Compost
Jun
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
8 months
Nearly year-round composting.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31°F | 38°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Feb | 34°F | 37°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Mar | 38°F | 41°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Apr | 52°F | 52°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| May | 64°F | 61°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jun | 74°F | 70°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 81°F | 75°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 82°F | 78°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 77°F | 75°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 65°F | 67°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Nov | 51°F | 56°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Dec | 39°F | 47°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.
Pest & Disease Pressure in Mc Bride
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
Quick context: In Mc Bride's climate, pest pressure shapes which crops are easy and which are heartbreak. Tomatoes are easy in dry mountain air, hard in humid coast — same plant, completely different gardening experience.
Insect Pest Pressure
Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.
Disease Risk
Moderate — watch for mildew and blight during wet periods.
Seasonal Risk
View 6 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | High | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Japanese beetles | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Squash vine borers | Moderate | Jun, Jul |
| Tomato hornworms | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Cucumber beetles | Low | May, Jun, Jul |
| Stink bugs | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
Organic pest management tips
- Use row covers on susceptible crops during peak pest months
- Apply neem oil preventatively every 7-14 days during active pest season
- Interplant with strong-scented herbs (basil, marigold) to confuse pests
- Hand-pick larger pests (beetles, caterpillars) in early morning when they're sluggish
- Practice crop rotation — never plant the same family in the same spot within 3 years
Cover Crops for Mc Bride
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
Why this matters: Bare soil is wasted soil — it loses nutrients to rain, dries out, compacts, and gets taken over by weeds. Cover crops (clovers, ryegrass, vetch, peas) are the "between seasons" trick that makes soil better every year. In Mc Bride, you can fit a cover crop into the gaps.
Spring Cover Crops (3 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | Apr 19 | Aug 19 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | Apr 14 | Aug 12 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Mar 14 | Aug 12 | ✓ Yes | Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover |
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflowers | May 5 | Oct 7 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian winter peas | Aug 27 | Mar 20 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Crimson clover | Aug 11 | Mar 27 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring |
| Daikon radish | Aug 26 | Mar 20 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Aug 10 | Mar 27 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
| Oats | Sep 24 | Mar 20 | — | Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed |
| Winter rye | Jul 18 | Mar 27 | — | Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil |
| Winter wheat | Jul 21 | Mar 27 | — | Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass |
Wind & Microclimate in Mc Bride
Why this matters: A 10 mph wind doesn't feel like much, but it triples leaf transpiration vs. still air. Mc Bride's 0.0 mph average means most days are gentle on plants, but consider how a 20+ mph spring gust would affect a flat of seedlings hardened off too quickly.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 12 mph Summer: 8 mph
Fall: 11 mph Winter: 11 mph
Prevailing wind: SW. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.
Windbreak Benefit
4.5/10
Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (82 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Mc Bride
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
Why it matters: A 1,000 sq ft roof captures about 600 gallons from a single 1" rainfall. Mc Bride gets 0" of rain a year — a couple of well-placed rain barrels can cover most summer watering. In dry climates the math's even better: every captured gallon is one you don't buy.
Annual Collection
17,942 gal
Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)
Recommended Setup
6 rain barrels (55 gal each)
For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,500 gal tank.
Legal Status
Unrestricted
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.
Best Collection Months
Apr, May, Jun, Jul
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Jan, Feb, Dec
Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.
Rainwater collection tips for your area
- Your county receives approximately 36.0 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 17,942 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Jan, Feb, Dec)
- Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection
🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Mc Bride
112 vegetables matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Mc Bride.
Show all 112 vegetables with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 21 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Apr 24 | — | Aug 28 – Nov 6 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Apr 24 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 19 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 31 – Sep 25 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jul 17 – Sep 4 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 12 – Jul 24 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 10 – Sep 4 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 28 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 11 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Apr 24 | — | Aug 28 – Oct 9 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | May 29 – Jul 3 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 24 – Aug 28 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 12 – Jul 24 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 24 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Aug 28 – Nov 6 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 12 – Jul 24 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 21 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jun 19 – Jul 31 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Apr 24 – May 15 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 10 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | Aug 28 – Oct 30 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 19 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 21 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Feb 6 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 4 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 29 – Jul 3 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 9 | Dec 9 – Apr 21 | 90–240 |
| Green Beans | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | Apr 24 | — | Aug 28 – Nov 6 | 120–180 |
| Hot Peppers | Feb 6 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Oct 9 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 11 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Aug 28 – Nov 6 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 21 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 29 – Jun 26 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 31 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jul 17 – Aug 21 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 29 – Jul 3 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jun 19 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 10 – Sep 25 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 24 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jun 19 – Jul 31 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Aug 7 – Oct 9 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 9 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Jul 17 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Apr 17 – May 15 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | May 29 – Jul 24 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jun 12 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Jul 17 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 10 – Aug 28 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 19 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | Jul 10 – Aug 21 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 10 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 31 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Feb 6 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 4 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 12 – Jul 17 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | Apr 24 – May 15 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | Jun 19 – Jul 24 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | Jul 10 – Aug 21 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 31 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jul 10 – Aug 28 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Jul 31 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jul 10 – Sep 4 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 21 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 14 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 11 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | Apr 24 | — | Aug 14 – Oct 9 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jun 19 – Jul 31 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jun 19 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 4 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 4 | 60–85 |
| Turnip | — | Mar 27 | — | Aug 12 | May 8 – Jun 12 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Apr 17 | — | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Yard Long Beans | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Jul 31 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Mc Bride
31 fruits matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Mc Bride.
Show all 31 fruits with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 31 – Nov 13 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Blackberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Blueberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Aug 14 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Cranberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Currants | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Elderberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Figs | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 4 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Haskaps | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Honeydew | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 4 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Kiwi | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Lingonberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Loquat | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Medlar | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Pawpaw | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Persimmon | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Quince | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Raspberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | May 1 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 31 – Dec 11 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Mc Bride
36 herbs matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Mc Bride.
Show all 36 herbs with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | Jul 3 – Sep 18 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jul 17 – Oct 2 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | May 29 – Jul 17 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Cumin | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | Jul 17 – Sep 18 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Feverfew | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jul 17 – Oct 2 | 90–120 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 7 | 60–70 |
| Lemon Thyme | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 70–90 |
| Lovage | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 70–90 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jul 10 – Nov 27 | 80–180 |
| Rue | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | Aug 12 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 40–60 |
| Tarragon | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | Apr 17 | — | Aug 21 – Nov 27 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Mc Bride
53 flowers matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Mc Bride.
Show all 53 flowers with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Feb 27 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 5 – Sep 25 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Sep 16 | Oct 14 – Nov 4 | 28–42 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Sep 9 – Oct 7 | 90–120 |
| Astilbe | Feb 6 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 70–100 |
| Bachelor's Button | Feb 27 | Mar 6 | Apr 10 | Aug 26 | Jun 12 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Jan 30 | — | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Feb 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 30 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Feb 6 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | Feb 27 | Mar 6 | Apr 10 | Aug 26 | May 29 – Sep 11 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | Mar 13 | — | Aug 26 | May 22 – Jul 31 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 12 – Oct 9 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Feb 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Feb 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 30 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 9 | 60–90 |
| Crocus | — | — | — | Sep 16 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 | 10–20 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Sep 16 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | Mar 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 30 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Feb 6 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | — | May 8 – Aug 7 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Feb 6 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jul 3 – Oct 30 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Feb 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 80–120 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Nov 13 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Jan 30 | — | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 9 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 23 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Jan 30 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Sep 16 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Jan 30 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 16 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Feb 13 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 16 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | Apr 17 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | Mar 13 | — | Aug 12 | May 22 – Jul 31 | 60–90 |
| Lavender | Feb 6 | — | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Lilies | — | Division | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 16 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Feb 6 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 15 – Aug 7 | 70–80 |
| Lupine | Feb 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 75–100 |
| Marigolds | Feb 27 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 5 – Sep 11 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 5 – Oct 9 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Jan 30 | — | Apr 10 | Aug 12 | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 70–90 |
| Peonies | — | Division | Apr 17 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 17 | 90–120 |
| Petunia | Feb 13 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 16 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Feb 6 | Apr 17 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 18 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | May 29 – Sep 25 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Sep 23 – Oct 21 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Jan 30 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 30 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Feb 13 | — | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Feb 6 | — | Apr 17 | — | Aug 7 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | Jan 30 | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Aug 26 | Jun 19 – Sep 11 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jul 3 – Oct 9 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | Feb 27 | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Sep 9 | May 22 – Aug 14 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | — | Mar 6 | — | Aug 26 | May 15 – Aug 7 | 65–85 |
| Tulips | — | — | — | Sep 16 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 | 15–30 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Jan 30 | — | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Feb 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Mar 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Oct 9 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Mc Bride
ZIP Codes in Mc Bride
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