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Are you getting antsy to plant? Keep in mind that we can get frost and even a big snow storm as late as the end of May. Consider having a cold frame for your starts or keep those babies inside until as late as you can possibly manage. Your tomato plants will thank you!Gardening? Sow success by knowing your zone! Before planting, flip the seed package over. You may see a map or "When to sow outside." These instructions are your guide to give your seeds a fighting chance. Live in Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Wellington, or Timnath? You are in USDA Zone 5B. Be ready for frost until early or even mid-May. A lot of residents wait until after Memorial Day to plant outside. Live in Estes Park or Red Feather Lakes? You are in USDA Zone 5A and can expect frost until early June. Live in Livermore? You may be in 5A or 5B! If you sow seeds in cold soil, they may take their time to sprout. If you sow seeks in cold and wet soil, they may rot. Find even more average climate information for the Front Range of Colorado at the CMG GardenNotes #746: cmg.extension.colostate.edu/Gardennotes/746.pdf#LarimerCountyExtension#CSUExtension#GardeningInColorado#ColoradoMasterGardener#ColoradoGardening#FortCollins#LovelandColorado#NorthernColorado#NorthernColoradoHomesCSU Extension Image description: Outline of Larimer County. Map markers show the approximate locations of cities along with their USDA Zone information. ... See MoreSee Less

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