Nevada Planting Zones & Schedule

Nevada’s USDA growing zones range from Zone 4 to Zone 10, depending on where you are in the state. Southern Nevada, around Beatty and Las Vegas, falls primarily into Zones 8 and 9 where both warm-season and cool-season crops are likely to thrive.

As you move north into the central part of the state and along the western border, the climate ranges from Zone 6a to 7b. Higher elevation areas like Spring Creek and Ely are in Zones 4 and 5, where you can grow cool-season crops like leafy greens and root vegetables.

Nevada Last & First Frost Dates

City	Last Frost Date	First Frost Date
Carson City	5/21	9/21
Elko	5/11	9/11
Henderson	1/21	1/11
Las Vegas	1/21	1/11
Mesquite	2/11	12/1
Paradise	1/21	1/21
Reno	5/11	10/11
Sparks	5/11	10/1
Spring Valley	1/21	1/11
Winchester	1/21	1/21

*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 Nevada varies greatly, ranging from 135 days in high-elevation areas to nearly year-round in the southern part of the state. Refer to the planting schedules below to determine the best timing for your zone.