Darden, TN frost dates
Last spring frostApr 5median date
First fall frostOct 29median date
Growing season207 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Darden compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Darden falls between March 17 and April 20, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 16 and November 12.
- The median last frost is 2 days earlier than the Tennessee median of Apr 7.
- Its 207-day growing season is longer than 53% of the 548 Tennessee places with a regular frost season (state median 206 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7b, where the median is Apr 5.
- The weather station records an average of 86 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Jackson, TN, 56 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 3 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 17 |
| 50% (median) | April 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 20 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 29 |
| 90% (late) | November 12 |
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 Darden, TN
Darden, TN frost dates — last frost Apr 5, first frost Oct 29, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 10
Plant for fall: Oct 15 to Nov 19
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Darden, TN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 8 – Apr 12 | Sep 3 – Oct 1 |
| Kale | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Broccoli | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cabbage | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Okra | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — |
| Basil | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 1 – Apr 12 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 12 – May 3 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 15 – Nov 19 |
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 Parsons Wtp, TN weather station, 11 km away (elevation 410 ft (125 m)).
Frost dates near Darden
- Parsons Apr 5 · Oct 29
- Decaturville Apr 4 · Oct 30
- Lexington Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Scotts Hill Apr 4 · Oct 30
- Reagan Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Sugar Tree Apr 7 · Oct 29
- Wildersville Apr 5 · Oct 30
- Bath Springs Apr 4 · Oct 30
- Westport Apr 2 · Oct 31
- Sardis Apr 4 · Oct 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Darden, TN?
The median last spring frost in Darden, TN is April 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 20, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Darden, TN?
The median first fall frost is October 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 16.
How long is the growing season in Darden, TN?
About 207 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Darden, TN?
Darden, TN is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.