Saskatchewan Planting Calendar 2026
Saskatchewan's 16+ hours of summer daylight accelerate crop growth despite the short 90-120 day frost-free window. Rich Prairie soil produces excellent root vegetables, potatoes, and brassicas. Wind protection and season extension are essential strategies.
Zones 1a-3b • Reference city: Regina (last frost: May 18)
Frost Dates in Saskatchewan
Average last spring frost and first fall frost dates for Saskatchewan cities. Your planting calendar depends on these dates.
| City | Last Spring Frost | First Fall Frost | Frost-Free Days | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regina | May 18 | Sep 15 | 120 | 3b |
| Saskatoon | May 22 | Sep 13 | 114 | 3a |
| Prince Albert | May 27 | Sep 10 | 106 | 2b |
Month-by-Month Planting Schedule
Planting dates based on Regina's frost dates. Select your city above for more precise timing.
April
| Vegetable | Start Indoors | Plant Outdoors | Harvest By | Frost Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lettuce | Apr 13 | Apr 27 | Jun 11 | Semi-Hardy |
| Peas | Direct sow | Apr 13 | Jun 12 | Hardy |
| Kale | Apr 13 | Apr 27 | Jun 21 | Hardy |
| Spinach | Direct sow | Apr 13 | May 23 | Hardy |
| Radishes | Direct sow | Apr 13 | May 8 | Hardy |
| Onions | Mar 2 | Apr 27 | Aug 5 | Hardy |
| Potatoes | Direct sow | Apr 27 | Jul 26 | Semi-Hardy |
May
| Vegetable | Start Indoors | Plant Outdoors | Harvest By | Frost Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | Mar 30 | May 29 | Aug 12 | Very Tender |
| Beans | Direct sow | May 29 | Jul 23 | Tender |
| Carrots | Direct sow | May 1 | Jul 10 | Semi-Hardy |
| Cucumbers | Apr 24 | May 29 | Jul 23 | Very Tender |
| Zucchini | Apr 24 | May 29 | Jul 18 | Tender |
| Broccoli | Apr 6 | May 4 | Jul 8 | Semi-Hardy |
| Beets | Apr 17 | May 1 | Jun 25 | Semi-Hardy |
June
| Vegetable | Start Indoors | Plant Outdoors | Harvest By | Frost Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peppers | Mar 16 | Jun 1 | Aug 10 | Very Tender |
Complete Planting Dates for Saskatchewan
All 15 vegetables with indoor start, outdoor planting, and estimated harvest dates for Saskatchewan.
| Vegetable | Start Indoors | Plant Outdoors | Harvest By | Frost Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | Mar 30 | May 29 | Aug 12 | Very Tender |
| Peppers | Mar 16 | Jun 1 | Aug 10 | Very Tender |
| Lettuce | Apr 13 | Apr 27 | Jun 11 | Semi-Hardy |
| Peas | Direct sow | Apr 13 | Jun 12 | Hardy |
| Beans | Direct sow | May 29 | Jul 23 | Tender |
| Carrots | Direct sow | May 1 | Jul 10 | Semi-Hardy |
| Cucumbers | Apr 24 | May 29 | Jul 23 | Very Tender |
| Zucchini | Apr 24 | May 29 | Jul 18 | Tender |
| Kale | Apr 13 | Apr 27 | Jun 21 | Hardy |
| Broccoli | Apr 6 | May 4 | Jul 8 | Semi-Hardy |
| Spinach | Direct sow | Apr 13 | May 23 | Hardy |
| Radishes | Direct sow | Apr 13 | May 8 | Hardy |
| Onions | Mar 2 | Apr 27 | Aug 5 | Hardy |
| Potatoes | Direct sow | Apr 27 | Jul 26 | Semi-Hardy |
| Beets | Apr 17 | May 1 | Jun 25 | Semi-Hardy |
Saskatchewan Gardening Tips by Month
- ✓March: Start peppers and onions indoors (10+ weeks before last frost).
- ✓April: Start tomatoes and brassicas indoors. Prepare beds once snow melts.
- ✓May: Direct-sow peas, spinach, and radishes mid-month as soil can be worked.
- ✓June: Transplant warm crops after last frost (late May to early June). Sow beans and corn.
- ✓July: Long daylight hours accelerate growth. Succession-sow lettuce and radishes.
- ✓August: Begin harvests. Protect tender crops on cool nights.
- ✓September: Harvest before first frost (early-mid September). Plant garlic for next year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start planting in Saskatchewan?
Planting dates in Saskatchewan vary by location (zones 1a-3b). Check the frost dates table above for your nearest city, then use our calculator for exact dates.
What is the last frost date in Saskatchewan?
Last frost dates in Saskatchewan range from early April to late May depending on your city. See the frost dates table above for specific dates.
What vegetables grow best in Saskatchewan?
Hardy crops like peas, kale, spinach, and potatoes grow well across Saskatchewan. In zone 1a-3b, tomatoes, peppers, beans, and cucumbers also do well with proper timing. Use our free calculator for exact planting dates.
When should I start seeds indoors in Saskatchewan?
Start peppers and onions 9-11 weeks before your last frost date, tomatoes 7 weeks before, and brassicas 5-6 weeks before. In Saskatchewan with a last frost around May 18, that means starting peppers in March and tomatoes in March.
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