Frost dates for 71112 — Bossier City, LA
Last spring frostMar 6median date
First fall frostNov 18median date
Growing season257 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Bossier City compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Bossier City falls between February 15 and March 26, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 6.
- The median last frost is 3 days later than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 257-day growing season is longer than 39% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is 10 days earlier than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 35 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Shreveport, LA, 11 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there and the growing season is 12 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 15 |
| 50% (median) | March 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 18 |
| 90% (late) | December 6 |
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 Bossier City, LA
Frost dates for 71112 — Bossier City, LA — last frost Mar 6, first frost Nov 18, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 12 to Dec 26Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 21
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Feb 13Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Feb 13Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Oct 7 to Oct 28
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 10
Plant for fall: Nov 4 to Dec 9
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Bossier City, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 12 – Dec 26 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 6 – Mar 13 | Sep 23 – Oct 21 |
| Kale | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Broccoli | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Cabbage | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Okra | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Basil | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 30 – Mar 13 | Oct 7 – Oct 28 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 4 – Dec 9 |
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 Red River Rsch Stn, LA weather station, 8 km away (elevation 154 ft (47 m)).
ZIP codes in Bossier City: 71111 71112 71113 71171 71172
Frost dates near Bossier City
- Barksdale Afb Mar 6 · Nov 18
- Shreveport Feb 28 · Nov 24
- Haughton Mar 6 · Nov 18
- Princeton Mar 14 · Nov 14
- Elm Grove Mar 6 · Nov 18
- Blanchard Feb 28 · Nov 24
- Benton Mar 14 · Nov 14
- Stonewall Mar 12 · Nov 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Bossier City, LA?
The median last spring frost in Bossier City, LA is March 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Bossier City, LA?
The median first fall frost is November 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Bossier City, LA?
About 257 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Bossier City, LA?
Bossier City, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.