Kansas Planting Zones & Schedule

Kansas’s USDA growing zones span Zone 5b through Zone 7, with conditions that vary from cool in the north to warm and dry in the south. The northern part of the state falls within Zone 5b, where hardy vegetables like peas, cabbage, and carrots grow best during the cooler months.

Central and southern Kansas are warmer, sitting in Zones 6 and 7. These areas have longer growing seasons that support crops like tomatoes, squash, and sweet corn.

Kansas Last & First Frost Dates

City	Last Frost Date	First Frost Date
Dodge City	4/21	10/11
Hays	5/1	10/11
Hutchinson	4/21	10/11
Kansas City	4/11	10/21
Lawrence	4/1	10/21
Overland Park	4/11	10/21
Olathe	4/11	10/21
Salina	4/21	10/21
Topeka	4/21	10/11
Wichita	4/11	10/21

*Keep in mind that frost can occur before or after these dates. Watch your local weather to determine the best time to plant.

The growing season in Kansas ranges from about 180 to 210 days, depending on the region. Refer to the planting schedules below to determine the best timing for your zone.