Melrose, LA frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 28median date
First fall frostDec 1median date
Growing season276 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Melrose compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Melrose falls between January 31 and March 17, a 45-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 10 and December 26.
- The median last frost is 3 days earlier than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 276-day growing season is longer than 83% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 29 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 31 |
| 50% (median) | February 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 10 |
| 50% (median) | December 1 |
| 90% (late) | December 26 |
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 Melrose, LA
Melrose, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 28, first frost Dec 1, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 6 to Dec 20Transplant outside: Jan 31 to Feb 14
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Feb 7 to Feb 21Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Nov 3
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Jan 31 to Feb 14Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Feb 7 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Jan 17 to Feb 7Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Jan 17 to Feb 7Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 27
Sow outdoors: Jan 24 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 10
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 7Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 7Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Apr 4
Plant for fall: Nov 17 to Dec 22
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Melrose, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Jan 31 – Mar 7 | Oct 6 – Nov 3 |
| Kale | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Broccoli | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Cabbage | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Okra | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Basil | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 24 – Mar 7 | Oct 20 – Nov 10 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | — | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | — | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 7 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 7 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 14 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 17 – Dec 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 Natchitoches, LA weather station, 21 km away (elevation 131 ft (40 m)).
Frost dates near Melrose
- Natchez Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Cloutierville Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Flora Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Montgomery Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Saint Maurice Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Natchitoches Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Provencal Mar 8 · Nov 18
- Gorum Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Mora Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Clarence Mar 5 · Nov 17
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Melrose, LA?
The median last spring frost in Melrose, LA is February 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Melrose, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 10.
How long is the growing season in Melrose, LA?
About 276 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Melrose, LA?
Melrose, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.