Walland, TN frost dates
How Walland compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Walland falls between March 14 and April 17, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 21 and November 15.
- The median last frost is 6 days earlier than the Tennessee median of Apr 7.
- Its 215-day growing season is longer than 79% of the 548 Tennessee places with a regular frost season (state median 206 days).
- The last frost is 4 days earlier than the zone 7b median of Apr 5. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 7b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 67 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Knoxville, TN, 27 km away, the last frost here is 10 days earlier than there and the growing season is 15 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 14 |
| 50% (median) | April 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 21 |
| 50% (median) | November 2 |
| 90% (late) | November 15 |
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 Walland, TN
Walland, TN frost dates — last frost Apr 1, first frost Nov 2, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Walland, TN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Mar 4 – Apr 8 | Sep 7 – Oct 5 |
| Kale | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Broccoli | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cabbage | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Okra | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Basil | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 25 – Apr 8 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 19 – Nov 23 |
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 Knoxville Mcghee Tyson Ap, TN weather station, 16 km away (elevation 961 ft (293 m)).
Frost dates near Walland
- Townsend Apr 20 · Oct 22
- Rockford Apr 1 · Nov 2
- Alcoa Apr 1 · Nov 2
- Maryville Apr 1 · Nov 2
- Seymour Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Louisville Apr 1 · Nov 2
- Tallassee Apr 17 · Oct 27
- Friendsville Apr 1 · Nov 2
- Pigeon Forge Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Knoxville Apr 11 · Oct 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Walland, TN?
The median last spring frost in Walland, TN is April 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Walland, TN?
The median first fall frost is November 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 21.
How long is the growing season in Walland, TN?
About 215 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Walland, TN?
Walland, TN is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.