Codington County, SD — Planting Guide
What to do in June
Here's what deserves your attention in Codington County, South Dakota this month. Everything below is tailored to Zone 4b and timed around your local frost dates.
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Sow basil, cucumber, and kale in trays indoors
Give them 6–8 weeks indoors before the last frost and you'll transplant into warm soil with seedlings that are already leaping.
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Bring in the carrots, kale, and lettuce
The more you pick, the more the plant produces. Letting fruit overripen tells the plant it's time to stop.
Get ahead of July
- Starting indoors: peppers, pole beans, and tomatoes
- First harvests: basil, carrots, and cucumber
- Fall sowing: carrots, kale, and lettuce
Codington County is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 3 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 156 days.
At an elevation of 679 ft, Codington County receives approximately 20.6 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 81°F with winter lows around 4°F. The predominant soil type is Loam.
Based on 31 years of NOAA climate station data, the last frost date here varies by 29 days year to year — ranging from April 17 in warm years to May 16 in cold years. The growing season is trending shorter by about 1.29 days per decade. Codington County scores 59/100 (Moderate) on the Microclimate Index.
🌡️ Zone
4b (-25°F to -20°F min)
❄️ Last Frost
May 3
🍂 First Frost
October 6
📅 Growing Season
156 days
⛰️ Elevation
679 ft
🌧️ Annual Rainfall
20.6 in
Monthly Watering Calendar for Codington County
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
Quick context: Most vegetables want about 1 inch of water per week. Codington County gets 21" a year — months that hit that 1"/week need zero supplemental watering; months that fall short, the table tells you how much to add. Saves you from drowning roots and from drought-stressing plants into bolting.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.6 in | 3 days | — | None |
| Feb | 0.8 in | 5 days | — | None |
| Mar | 1.2 in | 6 days | — | None |
| Apr | 2.1 in | 8 days | 2.2 in | High |
| May | 2.8 in | 10 days | 1.5 in | Moderate |
| Jun | 3.3 in | 8 days | 1 in | Moderate |
| Jul | 2.6 in | 9 days | 1.7 in | High |
| Aug | 2.5 in | 7 days | 1.8 in | High |
| Sep | 2 in | 5 days | 2.3 in | High |
| Oct | 1.4 in | 5 days | 2.9 in | High |
| Nov | 0.7 in | 4 days | — | None |
| Dec | 0.6 in | 4 days | — | None |
Annual total: 20.6 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.
Codington County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.6-7.2
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) | May 16 | Oct 15 | 152 days |
| Cautious | May 12 | Oct 10 | 151 days |
| Average year | May 3 | Oct 6 | 156 days |
| Optimistic | Apr 26 | Sep 30 | 157 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Apr 17 | Sep 21 | 157 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±29 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.
Yes — growing seasons are getting shorter here (about 1.3 days per decade). Use the "Conservative" dates and choose fast-maturing varieties.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Codington County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.
Local Gardening Help in Codington 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 Codington County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Codington County South Dakota State University Extension Extension Office
Phone: 605-688-4792
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 Codington County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Codington County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Codington 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 Codington County SD" or "garden center Codington 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 Codington County SD" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Codington County Gardeners" or "South Dakota 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 Codington County
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
The practical takeaway: Lettuce and cilantro "bolt" (go to seed) when days lengthen. Knowing your day-length curve helps you time spring plantings to harvest before the bolting trigger hits. Codington County's daylight ranges shape the planting calendar.
Longest Day
15.4 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
8.6 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
10.8 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 hr | 5 hr | Short day |
| February | 10.2 hr | 5.7 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.6 hr | 7.3 hr | Short day |
| April | 13.3 hr | 8.3 hr | Neutral |
| May | 14.6 hr | 8.7 hr | Long day |
| June | 15.4 hr | 10.8 hr | Long day |
| July | 15.1 hr | 10.7 hr | Long day |
| August | 13.9 hr | 9.9 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.3 hr | 8 hr | Neutral |
| October | 10.7 hr | 7 hr | Short day |
| November | 9.3 hr | 5.3 hr | Short day |
| December | 8.6 hr | 4.7 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Codington County
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
The practical takeaway: Compost piles need 130-160°F internal temp to actively break down. Below 50°F ambient, microbial activity slows dramatically. Codington County's soil temperature curve also tells you when your compost is working and when it's napping.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from Jun through Sep.
Best Month to Compost
Jul
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
6 months
Solid season. Piles go dormant in winter.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°F | 22°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Feb | 18°F | 23°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Mar | 24°F | 30°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Apr | 40°F | 40°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| May | 53°F | 51°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jun | 64°F | 59°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jul | 72°F | 68°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 74°F | 69°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 66°F | 63°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 53°F | 56°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Nov | 37°F | 44°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Dec | 24°F | 32°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 Codington County
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
For new gardeners: Two gardeners can grow identical seeds and get wildly different results based on pest pressure alone. Codington County's climate sets a floor on what's possible without intervention.
Insect Pest Pressure
Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.
Disease Risk
Low disease risk — dry conditions reduce fungal problems.
Seasonal Risk
View 5 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Cabbage worms | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Colorado potato beetle | Low | Jun, Jul |
| Flea beetles | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul |
| Slugs | Low | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
Organic pest management tips
- Maintain healthy soil with regular compost additions to build natural pest resistance
- Practice crop rotation annually to break pest cycles
- Encourage beneficial insects with flowering herbs like dill, fennel, and yarrow
Cover Crops for Codington County
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
For new gardeners: You don't need a farm to use cover crops. A 4x8 raised bed accepts cover crops just as well as a half-acre. Codington County's climate determines the calendar; the principle is universal.
Spring Cover Crops (2 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | May 10 | Jul 28 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| White clover | Apr 5 | Jul 28 | ✓ 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 26 | Sep 15 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (5 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daikon radish | Aug 13 | Apr 19 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Jul 16 | Apr 19 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
| Oats | Aug 29 | Apr 12 | — | Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed |
| Winter rye | Jul 9 | Apr 19 | — | Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil |
| Winter wheat | Jul 5 | Apr 12 | — | Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass |
Wind & Microclimate in Codington County
For new gardeners: Wind shapes the garden you don't think about: bee paths, evaporation, structural stress on tomato cages. Codington County's 11.3 mph background level is a baseline you should know before placing the tallest crops (sunflowers, pole beans, sweet corn).
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 17 mph Summer: 11 mph
Fall: 14 mph Winter: 15 mph
Prevailing wind: S. Windy area — plant a windbreak hedge on the S side of your garden.
Windbreak Benefit
8.6/10
Strongly recommended — a windbreak (fence, hedge, or row of tall crops like corn or sunflowers) will significantly improve garden yields.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (351 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Codington County
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
Why this matters: Most gardens use 0.5-1 gallon per square foot per week in summer. Codington County's 21" annual rainfall is enough to cover most needs if you can capture it. Rain barrels under downspouts are the simplest entry point.
Annual Collection
10,267 gal
Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)
Recommended Setup
7 rain barrels (55 gal each)
For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 2,250 gal tank.
Legal Status
Unrestricted
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.
Best Collection Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Jan, Feb, Nov, 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 20.6 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 10,267 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Jan, Feb, Nov)
- Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection
Soil & Growing Conditions in Codington County
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH 6.6–7.2 · Well Drained drainage
Native soil is well-suited to most vegetables and herbs with regular compost additions.
Watering Needs
Drought stress: 5.5/10
Moderate drought pressure. Drip irrigation and mulching are highly recommended to maintain soil moisture through summer.
Season Tips
156-day frost-free season
Start warm-season crops indoors and focus on short-season varieties. Cold frames extend your season by 3–4 weeks in fall.
Your Free Printable Garden Planner
Plan every bed, every planting, every harvest — in one place. This 22-page printable includes your zone's planting calendar, a month-by-month task list, a seed inventory tracker, a harvest log, and succession-planting charts. Built to print, write in, and actually use all season.
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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Codington County
95 vegetables that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Codington County.
Show all 95 vegetables with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 16 – Sep 20 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 23 – Oct 11 | 90–120 |
| Arugula | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | May 17 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Jul 19 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Aug 23 – Sep 27 | 110–150 |
| Black Beans | — | May 17 | — | — | Aug 16 – Oct 4 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 19 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 5 – Aug 16 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 19 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Aug 2 – Sep 27 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 23 – Sep 27 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 5 – Aug 30 | 60–100 |
| Carrots | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 2 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 30 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Aug 16 – Sep 20 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 26 – Sep 20 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 5 – Aug 16 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 16 | 50–60 |
| Chickpeas | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 26 – Sep 6 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 5 – Aug 16 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Jul 26 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 16 – Sep 20 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 30 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | May 17 | — | — | Jul 19 – Sep 13 | 60–100 |
| Cress | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | May 17 – Jun 7 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 9 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Sep 27 – Sep 20 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 13 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Jul 19 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 16 – Sep 20 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | May 17 | — | — | Aug 2 – Sep 13 | 75–100 |
| Endive | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Jul 26 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Jul 26 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 19 – Aug 30 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 26 – Sep 6 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 25 | Nov 24 – Jan 19 | 90–240 |
| Green Beans | — | May 17 | — | — | Jul 12 – Sep 6 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | May 17 | — | Sep 20 – Oct 11 | 120–180 |
| Hubbard Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Sep 6 – Oct 11 | 100–120 |
| Kabocha | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 23 – Sep 20 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Jul 19 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 23 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | May 17 | — | — | Aug 16 – Sep 20 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Jul 26 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Jul 12 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Aug 2 – Sep 27 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 26 – Sep 6 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 16 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | May 17 | — | — | Jul 19 – Aug 30 | 60–90 |
| Mache | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 19 | 40–60 |
| Melon | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 2 – Sep 20 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | May 10 – Jun 7 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Aug 16 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Jul 5 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 2 | 55–75 |
| Onion | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Aug 2 – Sep 20 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 12 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Aug 9 – Sep 20 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 9 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 23 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Feb 15 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 26 – Oct 4 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 13 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 2 – Oct 11 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 23 – Oct 11 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 19 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 5 – Aug 9 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | May 24 – Jun 14 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 19 – Aug 30 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Jul 19 – Aug 23 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Aug 9 – Sep 20 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jul 12 – Sep 6 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Jul 26 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 30 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Aug 2 – Sep 20 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Mar 8 | May 10 | May 24 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 13 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 13 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 23 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | May 17 | — | — | Aug 9 – Oct 4 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 23 – Sep 20 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 13 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 16 – Oct 11 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | May 17 | — | Sep 6 – Oct 11 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | May 17 | — | — | Jul 19 – Aug 30 | 60–90 |
| Tatsoi | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Jul 12 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 26 – Oct 4 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Mar 1 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 26 – Oct 4 | 60–85 |
| Turnip | — | Apr 26 | — | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Jul 12 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | May 3 | Jul 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 19 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Aug 2 – Sep 20 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | May 17 | — | — | Jul 12 – Sep 6 | 50–65 |
| Zucchini | Mar 22 | May 17 | May 24 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 6 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Codington County
22 fruits that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Codington County.
Show all 22 fruits with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | May 31 | — | Aug 30 – Oct 25 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Blueberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | May 31 | — | Aug 9 – Sep 13 | 70–90 |
| Cranberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Currants | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Elderberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | May 31 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 4 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Haskaps | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Honeydew | — | — | May 31 | — | Aug 23 – Oct 4 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Lingonberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Medlar | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Persimmon | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Raspberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | May 31 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | May 31 | — | Aug 30 – Oct 25 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Codington County
30 herbs that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Codington County.
Show all 30 herbs with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jul 26 – Sep 20 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Mar 8 | May 10 | May 24 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 20 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | May 10 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 4 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 21 – Aug 9 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 13 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Sep 6 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 60–90 |
| Dill | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 40–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Sep 6 | 60–90 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 26 – Sep 20 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 20 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 30 | 60–70 |
| Lovage | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 20 | 70–90 |
| Mint | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 28 – Aug 30 | 60–80 |
| Rue | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 20 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 26 – Sep 20 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 5 – Aug 30 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Mar 22 | Apr 26 | Apr 26 | Jul 14 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 40–60 |
| Tarragon | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Mar 8 | May 10 | May 24 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 20 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 20 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | May 10 | — | Sep 13 – Oct 4 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Codington County
49 flowers that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Codington County.
Show all 49 flowers with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Mar 15 | May 10 | May 10 | — | Jul 5 – Sep 20 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Aug 25 | Sep 29 – Oct 27 | 28–42 |
| Astilbe | Feb 22 | — | May 17 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 4 | 70–100 |
| Bachelor's Button | Mar 15 | Apr 19 | May 3 | — | Jul 5 – Sep 6 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Feb 15 | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 27 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Feb 22 | May 3 | May 17 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 25 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Feb 22 | — | May 17 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 23 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | Mar 15 | Apr 19 | May 3 | — | Jun 21 – Sep 6 | 50–70 |
| Celosia | Mar 29 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Jul 19 – Oct 4 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Feb 22 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 30 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Feb 22 | May 10 | May 17 | — | Aug 2 – Oct 25 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Apr 5 | May 10 | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Oct 11 | 60–90 |
| Crocus | — | — | — | Aug 25 | Jun 30 – Jul 28 | 10–20 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Aug 25 | Jul 7 – Aug 4 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | Apr 5 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Aug 16 – Oct 25 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Feb 22 | — | May 17 | — | Aug 16 – Oct 25 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Mar 1 | Apr 12 | Apr 26 | — | Jun 14 – Aug 23 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Feb 22 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Aug 16 – Oct 25 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Feb 22 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 23 | 80–120 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Mar 8 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Jul 26 – Nov 1 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Feb 15 | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 27 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | May 10 | May 10 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 18 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Feb 15 | — | May 17 | — | Aug 16 – Oct 25 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Aug 25 | Jul 28 – Aug 18 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Feb 15 | — | May 17 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 11 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Mar 1 | — | May 17 | — | Aug 2 – Oct 4 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | May 17 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 16 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | Apr 5 | — | — | Jun 14 – Aug 2 | 60–90 |
| Lilies | — | Division | May 17 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 11 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Feb 22 | — | May 3 | — | Jun 28 – Aug 30 | 70–80 |
| Lupine | Feb 22 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Jul 12 – Aug 23 | 75–100 |
| Marigolds | Mar 22 | May 10 | May 10 | — | Jul 5 – Sep 20 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Apr 5 | May 10 | May 10 | — | Jul 5 – Sep 27 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Feb 15 | — | May 3 | — | Jun 28 – Aug 16 | 70–90 |
| Peonies | — | Division | May 17 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 30 | 90–120 |
| Petunia | Mar 1 | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Oct 4 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Feb 22 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 18 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Mar 29 | May 17 | May 17 | — | Jul 5 – Sep 20 | 50–70 |
| Roses | Feb 15 | — | May 17 | — | Aug 9 – Oct 25 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Mar 1 | — | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 27 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Feb 22 | — | May 17 | — | Sep 20 – Nov 15 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | Feb 22 | — | May 3 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 6 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Apr 12 | May 10 | May 10 | — | Aug 2 – Oct 4 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | Mar 15 | Apr 26 | May 3 | — | Jun 14 – Aug 16 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | Mar 22 | Mar 29 | May 3 | — | Jul 26 – Sep 13 | 65–85 |
| Tulips | — | — | — | Aug 25 | Jul 21 – Aug 11 | 15–30 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Feb 15 | — | May 17 | — | Jul 26 – Oct 4 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Feb 22 | May 3 | May 17 | — | Aug 2 – Oct 25 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Apr 5 | May 10 | May 10 | — | Jul 19 – Oct 4 | 60–70 |