Salvisa, KY frost dates
Last spring frostApr 7median date
First fall frostNov 1median date
Growing season208 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Salvisa compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Salvisa falls between March 25 and April 24, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 20 and November 11.
- The median last frost is 9 days earlier than the Kentucky median of Apr 16.
- Its 208-day growing season is longer than 81% of the 785 Kentucky places with a regular frost season (state median 192 days).
- The last frost is 9 days earlier than the zone 7a median of Apr 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 80 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Lexington, KY, 35 km away, the last frost here is 6 days earlier than there and the growing season is 10 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 25 |
| 50% (median) | April 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 20 |
| 50% (median) | November 1 |
| 90% (late) | November 11 |
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 Salvisa, KY
Salvisa, KY frost dates — last frost Apr 7, first frost Nov 1, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 13 to Jan 27Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 26 to Aug 16
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12Sow outdoors: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 9 to Aug 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to Apr 28
Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 12
Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Salvisa, KY
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | Sep 6 – Oct 4 |
| Kale | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Broccoli | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cabbage | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Okra | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 28 – May 12 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — |
| Basil | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 3 – Apr 14 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 – Nov 22 |
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 Dix Dam, KY weather station, 20 km away (elevation 869 ft (265 m)).
Frost dates near Salvisa
- Harrodsburg Apr 7 · Nov 1
- Lawrenceburg Apr 12 · Oct 28
- Wilmore Apr 7 · Nov 1
- Versailles Apr 12 · Oct 28
- Keene Apr 13 · Oct 28
- Burgin Apr 7 · Nov 1
- Mackville Apr 9 · Oct 27
- Nicholasville Apr 7 · Nov 1
- Willisburg Apr 13 · Oct 25
- Bryantsville Apr 7 · Nov 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Salvisa, KY?
The median last spring frost in Salvisa, KY is April 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Salvisa, KY?
The median first fall frost is November 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 20.
How long is the growing season in Salvisa, KY?
About 208 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Salvisa, KY?
Salvisa, KY is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.