Essie, KY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 15median date
First fall frostOct 30median date
Growing season198 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Essie compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Essie falls between March 31 and May 1, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 17 and November 10.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 198-day growing season is longer than 63% of the 785 Kentucky places with a regular frost season (state median 192 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 101 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Kingsport, TN, 100 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there and the growing season is 5 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 31 |
| 50% (median) | April 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 17 |
| 50% (median) | October 30 |
| 90% (late) | November 10 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Essie, KY
Essie, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 15, first frost Oct 30, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Jul 24 to Aug 14
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: May 6 to May 20Sow outdoors: May 6 to May 20
Start indoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Transplant outside: Apr 22 to May 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 6Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Start indoors: Mar 18 to Mar 25Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 29Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 13Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 22 to May 6
Transplant outside: Apr 29 to May 20
Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Essie, KY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | Sep 4 – Oct 2 |
| Kale | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Broccoli | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cabbage | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
| Okra | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 6 – May 20 | May 6 – May 20 | — |
| Basil | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 22 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Apr 29 – May 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 22 – May 13 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 29 – May 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 16 – Nov 20 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Baxter, KY weather station, 25 km away (elevation 1,165 ft (355 m)).
Frost dates near Essie
- Asher Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Hoskinston Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Roark Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Stinnett Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Mozelle Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Warbranch Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Wendover Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Chappell Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Helton Apr 15 · Oct 30
- Thousandsticks Apr 19 · Oct 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Essie, KY?
The median last spring frost in Essie, KY is April 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Essie, KY?
The median first fall frost is October 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 17.
How long is the growing season in Essie, KY?
About 198 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Essie, KY?
Essie, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.