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Elko, NV Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Elko usually comes around May 20 and the first fall frost around Sep 22, a growing season of about 125 days. Start tomatoes indoors Apr 8 – Apr 22 and plant them outside Jun 3 – Jun 17.

Last spring frostMay 20
First fall frostSep 22
Growing season125 days

When to plant vegetables in Elko

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesApr 8 – Apr 22Jun 3 – Jun 17—
PeppersApr 1 – Apr 15Jun 10 – Jun 24—
EggplantApr 1 – Apr 15Jun 10 – Jun 24—
Cucumbers—Jun 3 – Jun 17—
Zucchini & summer squash—Jun 3 – Jun 17—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Jun 10 – Jun 24—
Green beans—Jun 3 – Jun 17Jun 30 – Jul 14
Sweet corn—Jun 3 – Jun 17—
BasilApr 22 – May 6Jun 3 – Jun 17—
LettuceMar 25 – Apr 8Apr 22 – Jun 3Jul 28 – Aug 11
Spinach—Apr 8 – Apr 29Jul 28 – Aug 11
Peas—Apr 8 – Apr 29Jul 14 – Jul 28
Carrots—Apr 22 – May 27Jun 30 – Jul 14
Radishes—Apr 15 – Jun 3Aug 11 – Aug 25
BroccoliMar 11 – Mar 25Apr 22 – May 6Jun 30 – Jul 14
KaleMar 25 – Apr 8Apr 15 – Apr 29Jul 14 – Jul 28
Onions—Apr 22 – May 6—
Potatoes—Apr 29 – May 27—
Garlic——Sep 8 – Oct 13

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

Month-by-month planting in Elko

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

The median last spring frost is May 20 and the median first fall frost is Sep 22, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Elko?

Start seeds indoors Apr 8 – Apr 22 and set plants outside Jun 3 – Jun 17, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Elko?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Sep 22): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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