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Minot, ND Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Minot usually comes around May 6 and the first fall frost around Oct 7, a growing season of about 154 days. Start tomatoes indoors Mar 25 – Apr 8 and plant them outside May 20 – Jun 3.

Last spring frostMay 6
First fall frostOct 7
Growing season154 days

When to plant vegetables in Minot

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesMar 25 – Apr 8May 20 – Jun 3—
PeppersMar 18 – Apr 1May 27 – Jun 10—
EggplantMar 18 – Apr 1May 27 – Jun 10—
Cucumbers—May 20 – Jun 3—
Zucchini & summer squash—May 20 – Jun 3—
Pumpkins & winter squash—May 27 – Jun 10—
Green beans—May 20 – Jun 3Jul 15 – Jul 29
Sweet corn—May 20 – Jun 3—
BasilApr 8 – Apr 22May 20 – Jun 3—
LettuceMar 11 – Mar 25Apr 8 – May 20Aug 12 – Aug 26
Spinach—Mar 25 – Apr 15Aug 12 – Aug 26
Peas—Mar 25 – Apr 15Jul 29 – Aug 12
Carrots—Apr 8 – May 13Jul 15 – Jul 29
Radishes—Apr 1 – May 20Aug 26 – Sep 9
BroccoliFeb 25 – Mar 11Apr 8 – Apr 22Jul 15 – Jul 29
KaleMar 11 – Mar 25Apr 1 – Apr 15Jul 29 – Aug 12
Onions—Apr 8 – Apr 22—
Potatoes—Apr 15 – May 13—
Garlic——Sep 23 – Oct 28

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Minot. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Minot

  1. JanuaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: Broccoli
  3. MarchStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas
  4. AprilStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  5. MayPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  6. JunePlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
  7. JulyPlant outside: Green beans, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  8. AugustPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Radishes, Garlic
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Garlic
  11. NovemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  12. DecemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.

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 Minot?

The median last spring frost is May 6 and the median first fall frost is Oct 7, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Minot?

Start seeds indoors Mar 25 – Apr 8 and set plants outside May 20 – Jun 3, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Minot?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Oct 7): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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