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When to Plant Yarrow in Pratt County, KS

Yarrow is a drought-tolerant perennial herb with feathery foliage and flat-topped flower clusters in white, yellow, pink, or red. It attracts beneficial insects and is used in herbal medicine.

Pratt County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 192 days.

At an elevation of 852 feet, Pratt County receives approximately 21.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Yarrow during the growing season.

Pratt County, KS (Zone 6a) Moderate season
192 days
Last Spring Frost April 15
192 growing days
First Fall Frost October 24

Pratt County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.7-7.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (14 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 16 🍅 Harvest: Jul 16 – Oct 1
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (17 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 22 🍅 Harvest: Jul 22 – Oct 7
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (20 days to spare)
Transplant: May 5 🍅 Harvest: Aug 4 – Oct 20

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.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.5″/week
You supply
0.2″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 373 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Yarrow needs ~1,759 GDD — county provides 3,216 GDD Excellent fit

Yarrow Planting Timeline โ€” Pratt County, KS

Yarrow Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 22 Apr 22 โ€“ May 6
Harvest July 22 Jul 22 โ€“ Oct 7

Plant 0.5" deep ยท 8" apart ยท Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Transplant Outdoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June โ€”
July Harvest
August Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

Soil pH

5.5 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 6a

Growing Season

192 days

Growing Tips for Pratt County

Direct sow or start from divisions. Yarrow thrives in poor soil and is very drought-tolerant. Deadhead to encourage reblooming. Divide clumps every 3 years.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Yarrow in Pratt County, KS?

Pratt County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Yarrow planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Pratt County, KS?

Pratt County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 24.

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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 Pratt County, KS. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.