What Can Grow in Lawrence, KS

Lawrence in northeast Kansas near Kansas City shares the region's productive growing conditions.

Lawrence, KS is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The growing season lasts about 165 days, with last frost around April 18 and first fall frost around October 18. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, corn.

6aUSDA Zone
165 daysFrost-Free
April 18Last Frost
October 18First Frost
🌱 What Grows in Lawrence
tomatoespepperscornbeanssquashpumpkins
💡 Planting Tips

College town with strong farmers market. Plant warm crops May 1. Good soil in river valleys.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lawrence, KS is in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6a. Lawrence in northeast Kansas near Kansas City shares the region's productive growing conditions.

The average last spring frost in Lawrence is around April 18. The first fall frost typically arrives around October 18, giving a frost-free growing season of approximately 165 days.

Lawrence's Zone 6a climate supports growing tomatoes, peppers, corn, beans, squash, pumpkins. College town with strong farmers market. Plant warm crops May 1. Good soil in river valleys.

In Lawrence, start with cool-season crops like lettuce, spinach, and broccoli a few weeks before the last frost date of April 18. Warm-season crops like tomatoes and peppers should go in after all frost risk has passed.