Las Vegas, NV Planting Calendar
The last spring frost in Las Vegas usually comes around Feb 5. Start tomatoes indoors Dec 25 – Jan 8 and plant them outside Feb 19 – Mar 5.
Last spring frostFeb 5
When to plant vegetables in Las Vegas
| Vegetable | Start seeds indoors | Plant outside | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Peppers | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — |
| Cucumbers | — | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Zucchini & summer squash | — | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Pumpkins & winter squash | — | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — |
| Green beans | — | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Sweet corn | — | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Basil | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 8 – Feb 19 | — |
| Spinach | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | — |
| Peas | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | — |
| Carrots | — | Jan 8 – Feb 12 | — |
| Radishes | — | Jan 1 – Feb 19 | — |
| Broccoli | Nov 27 – Dec 11 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — |
| Kale | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | — |
| Onions | — | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — |
Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Las Vegas. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.
Month-by-month planting in Las Vegas
- JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
- FebruaryPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
- MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
- AprilPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- AugustPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- SeptemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- OctoberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
- NovemberStart indoors: Broccoli
- DecemberStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas
Tools for this season
Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Las Vegas?
The median last spring frost is Feb 5, based on 2016–2025 weather data.
When should I plant tomatoes in Las Vegas?
Start seeds indoors Dec 25 – Jan 8 and set plants outside Feb 19 – Mar 5, once nights stay above 50°F.