Kentucky planting zones & frost dates
The 3 Kentucky cities on this site fall in zone 7a. Last spring frost dates range from Apr 11 in Bowling Green to Apr 20 in Lexington.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 7a | Apr 13 | Oct 29 | 640,796 |
| Lexington | 7a | Apr 20 | Oct 23 | 329,437 |
| Bowling Green | 7a | Apr 11 | Oct 26 | 79,076 |
Frost dates are 30%-risk dates from the nearest suitable NOAA station. Population: Census Vintage 2024 estimates.