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Bend, OR Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Bend usually comes around May 28 and the first fall frost around Oct 5, a growing season of about 130 days. Start tomatoes indoors Apr 16 – Apr 30 and plant them outside Jun 11 – Jun 25.

Last spring frostMay 28
First fall frostOct 5
Growing season130 days

When to plant vegetables in Bend

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesApr 16 – Apr 30Jun 11 – Jun 25—
PeppersApr 9 – Apr 23Jun 18 – Jul 2—
EggplantApr 9 – Apr 23Jun 18 – Jul 2—
Cucumbers—Jun 11 – Jun 25—
Zucchini & summer squash—Jun 11 – Jun 25—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Jun 18 – Jul 2—
Green beans—Jun 11 – Jun 25Jul 13 – Jul 27
Sweet corn—Jun 11 – Jun 25—
BasilApr 30 – May 14Jun 11 – Jun 25—
LettuceApr 2 – Apr 16Apr 30 – Jun 11Aug 10 – Aug 24
Spinach—Apr 16 – May 7Aug 10 – Aug 24
Peas—Apr 16 – May 7Jul 27 – Aug 10
Carrots—Apr 30 – Jun 4Jul 13 – Jul 27
Radishes—Apr 23 – Jun 11Aug 24 – Sep 7
BroccoliMar 19 – Apr 2Apr 30 – May 14Jul 13 – Jul 27
KaleApr 2 – Apr 16Apr 23 – May 7Jul 27 – Aug 10
Onions—Apr 30 – May 14—
Potatoes—May 7 – Jun 4—
Garlic——Sep 21 – Oct 26

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

Month-by-month planting in Bend

  1. JanuaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  2. FebruaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  3. MarchStart indoors: Broccoli
  4. AprilStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions
  5. MayStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  6. JunePlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  7. JulyPlant outside: Peppers, Eggplant, Pumpkins & winter squash, 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 Bend?

The median last spring frost is May 28 and the median first fall frost is Oct 5, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Bend?

Start seeds indoors Apr 16 – Apr 30 and set plants outside Jun 11 – Jun 25, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Bend?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Oct 5): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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