The following planting schedule is designed for people that live in Bismarck. Bismarck falls under the 4a hardiness zone. It means the average minimum temperature is between -30 to -25 °F (-34.4 to -31.7 °C). These values should be taken into account when planting, because most plants cannot withstand frost, so when colder air arrives, the plants should be placed in a frost-free area.
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Why do you need a planting calendar?
The planting calendar is useful for every gardener.
- Ensures your plants grow during the best temperature and light conditions, leading to healthier plants.
- Provides a continuous supply of fresh produce throughout the growing season, reducing the need to buy from stores.
- Saves water and fertilizer by using them when plants need them most, reducing waste and cost.
- Spreads gardening tasks over the season, making gardening more manageable and enjoyable
What do the dates mean?
In the table below, you can see 4 dates.
Sowing seeds indoor: Sowing seeds indoors is a crucial step in gardening, allowing gardeners to extend the growing season and ensure healthy plant development. The ideal indoor sowing date varies by plant type and local climate but generally occurs 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date. This early start provides young plants with a controlled environment, promoting strong root systems and robust growth before transplanting outdoors. Indoor sowing helps avoid the harsh conditions of early spring, reducing the risk of frost damage and giving plants a head start. Proper timing and care during this stage are essential for a successful gardening season.
Transplanting to outdoor:Transplanting plants outdoors is typically done after the last frost date when the soil has warmed. This timing ensures that young plants can thrive without the risk of frost damage. Transplanting usually occurs 1-2 weeks after sowing seeds indoors, allowing plants to establish strong roots. Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions through a process called hardening off, ensuring a smooth transition and promoting healthy growth.
Harvesting:Harvesting usually occurs three months after sowing seeds, depending on the specific plant’s maturity period. This timing ensures the produce reaches peak ripeness and nutritional value. Monitoring the growth and health of plants is essential to determine the precise harvesting time. Properly timed harvesting maximizes yield and flavor, providing fresh, home-grown produce at its best.
Last Month to plant:The last month a vegetable can be planted is determined by counting back from the first expected frost date, ensuring the plant has enough time to mature before cold weather arrives. Planting too late can result in stunted growth or failure to produce a harvest. Always check the specific requirements for each vegetable and your local frost dates to optimize planting times and achieve a successful yield.
Our planting calendar recommends planting your vegetables and herbs in the given months in Bismarck.
Vegetables
| Plant | Sow seeds indoor | Transplanting to outdoor | Harvesting Month | Last date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels Sprouts | March 7 | March 14 | June 2 | August 27 |
| Tomato | April 18 | April 23 | June 17 | August 21 |
| Spinach | January 17 | January 27 | March 2 | November 23 |
| Beets | March 28th | April 7th | May 27th | October 10th |
| Zucchini | May 3 | May 10 | June 19 | August 22 |
| Cabbages | May 9 | May 16 | July 15 | July 29 |
| Potato | March 28 | April 7 | June 6 | September 30 |
| Radish | February 21 | February 26 | March 25 | November 1 |
| Broccoli | March 11 | March 21 | May 15 | October 13 |
| Carrot | March 6 | March 20 | June 12 | Sept 3 |
| Cauliflower | February 11 | February 18 | April 8 | October 18 |
| Onion | January 22 | February 1 | May 21 | August 2 |
Herbs
| Plant | Sow seeds indoor | Transplanting to outdoor | Harvesting Month | Last date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsley | February 5 | February 25 | April 15 | October 15 |
| Dill | April 30 | May 10 | June 7 | September 2 |
| Fennel | February 4 | February 18 | May 6 | September 20 |
| Sage | March 30 | April 9 | June 8 | August 27 |
| Thyme | All year | All year | All year | All year |
| Oregano | February 19 | February 26 | April 11 | October 15 |
| Mustard | March 19 | March 26 | April 25 | October 24 |
| Mint | April 19 | April 29 | June 28 | August 11 |
| Lavender | February 12 | February 26 | April 6 | October 20 |
| Rosemary | January 12 | January 27 | April 16 | October 9 |
| Ginger | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Basil | April 15 | April 25 | June 14 | August 30 |
| Cilantro | March 13 | March 20 | July 11 | August 8 |
When can you grow Brussels Sprouts in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 7, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 45 °F (7 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Brussels Sprouts can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Brussels Sprouts to outdoor on March 14. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 2. You need to wait for March 7 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Tomato in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on April 18, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 54 °F (12 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Tomato can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Tomato to outdoor on April 23. It takes 54 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 17. You need to wait for April 18 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Parsley in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on February 5, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 32 °F (0 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Parsley can tolerate. Then, wait for 20 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Parsley to outdoor on February 25. It takes 50 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on April 15. You can plant your Parsley until October 15.
When can you grow Dill in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on April 30, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 59 °F (15 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Dill can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Dill to outdoor on May 10. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 7. You can plant your Dill until September 02.
When can you grow Spinach in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on January 17, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 36 °F (2 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Spinach can tolerate. Then, wait for 5 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Spinach to outdoor on January 27. It takes 40 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on March 2. You can plant your Spinach until November 23.
When can you grow Fennel in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on February 4, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 32 °F (0 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Fennel can tolerate. Then, wait for 14 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Fennel to outdoor on February 18. It takes 76 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on May 6. You can plant your Fennel until September 20.
When can you grow Sage in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 30, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 50 °F (10 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Sage can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Sage to outdoor on April 9. It takes 60 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 8. You need to wait for March 30 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Beets in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 28th, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Beets can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Beets to outdoor on April 7th. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on May 27th. You can plant your Beets until October 10.
When can you grow Thyme in Bismarck?
You can plant Thyme in your city all year! Just remember that the plant takes 20 days to germinate from seeds and 60 days to grow after transplanting. In addition, you can start sowing your seeds outdoor for the best outcome. There is no need to create artifical environment, thus start planting outdoor.
When can you grow Oregano in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on February 19, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Oregano can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Oregano to outdoor on February 26. It takes 45 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on April 11. You can plant your Oregano until October 15.
When can you grow Mustard in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 19, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Mustard can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Mustard to outdoor on March 26. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on April 25. You can plant your Mustard until October 24.
When can you grow Mint in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on April 19, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 56 °F (13 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Mint can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Mint to outdoor on April 29. It takes 60 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 28. You need to wait for April 19 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Lavender in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on February 12, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Lavender can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Lavender to outdoor on February 26. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on April 6. You can plant your Lavender until October 20.
When can you grow Rosemary in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on January 12, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 36 °F (2 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Rosemary can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Rosemary to outdoor on January 27. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on April 16. You can plant your Rosemary until October 09.
When can you grow Zucchini in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on May 3, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 59 °F (15 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Zucchini can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Zucchini to outdoor on May 10. It takes 40 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 19. You need to wait for May 3 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Cabbages in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on May 9, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 61 °F (16 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Cabbages can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Cabbages to outdoor on May 16. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on July 15. You need to wait for May 9 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Potato in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 28, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (4.5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Potato can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Potato to outdoor on April 7. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 6. You can plant your Potato until September 30.
When can you grow Radish in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on February 21, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Radish can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Radish to outdoor on February 26. It takes 28 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on March 25. You can plant your Radish until November 01.
When can you grow Broccoli in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 11, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 40 °F (4 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Broccoli can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Broccoli to outdoor on March 21. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on May 15. You can plant your Broccoli until October 13.
When can you grow Carrot in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 6, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 32 °F (0 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Carrot can tolerate. Then, wait for 14 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Carrot to outdoor on March 20. It takes 84 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 12. You can plant your Carrot until September 03.
When can you grow Cauliflower in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on February 11, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 40 °F (4 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Cauliflower can tolerate. Then, wait for days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Cauliflower to outdoor on February 18. It takes days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on April 8. You can plant your Cauliflower until October 18.
When can you grow Onion in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on January 22, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 20 °F (-7 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Onion can tolerate. Then, wait for 9 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Onion to outdoor on February 1. It takes 120 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on May 21. You need to wait for January 22 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Ginger in Bismarck?
Due to the fact, that the temperature is not stable above 50 °F (10 °C) at any time of the year, Ginger cannot be planted outdoors. In order to grow this plant indoors, it is necessary to create artificial conditions. These specific conditions are difficult to create, so we don't recommend planting Ginger in your city.
When can you grow Basil in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on April 15, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 59 °F (15 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Basil can tolerate. Then, wait for 10 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Basil to outdoor on April 25. It takes 50 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on June 14. You need to wait for April 15 to start sowing seeds.
When can you grow Cilantro in Bismarck?
You can start sowing your seeds on March 13, because during this period, night temperatures are already stable above 41 °F (5 °C) in Bismarck. This is the minimum temperature Cilantro can tolerate. Then, wait for 7 days for germination. After that, you can transplant your Cilantro to outdoor on March 20. It takes 113 days to grow you plant, so you can harvest it on July 11. You need to wait for March 13 to start sowing seeds.
