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Wondering when to plant flowers in Kansas? Check out our guide for the best time to plant flowers based on the type of flower and your location in Kansas.
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Flowering Plants
Kansas is a state located in the Midwestern region of the United States. The state has a variety of landscapes, from tallgrass prairies to Flint Hills and lowland marshlands. The climate in Kansas is also variable, with hot summers and cold winters. Because of this, the state has a wide variety of flowers that can be planted.
Annuals
Annuals are the workhorses of the flower garden, providing color and interest from spring until fall. They are easy to grow and care for, and they come in an almost endless variety of shapes, sizes, colors and textures. They can be planted in beds, borders, containers, alone or in combination with other annuals or perennials.
There are two types of annuals: those that are grown from seed and those that are grown from transplants. Seeds can be sown directly in the garden or started indoors. Transplants are young plants that have been started from seed indoors and then moved outdoors when they are big enough to plant.
Some annuals will self-seed, which means they will drop their seeds at the end of the season and come back the following year. If you don’t want them to self-seed, you can deadhead them (remove the spent flowers) or wait until after they have bloomed and then cut them back hard.
Perennials
Perennials are flowering plants that live for more than two years. They are a great option for gardeners who want to have blooms year after year with minimal effort. Once they are established, they will come back on their own each spring, often getting bigger and better every year.
There are many different types of perennials, and they come in a wide range of colors, sizes, and shapes. Some bloom for just a few weeks in the spring, while others bloom all summer long. There are even some that bloom in the fall!
Perennials can be planted in the spring or fall. Spring-planted perennials will usually bloom earlier in the season than those planted in the fall, but both will provide years of enjoyment.
Here are some of the most popular perennials for Kansas gardens:
· daylilies (Hemerocallis spp.)
· irises (Iris spp.)
· lilies (Lilium spp.)
· peonies (Paeonia spp.)
· phlox (Phlox paniculata)
· rudbeckia (Rudbeckia hirta)
· shrimp plant (Justicia brandegeeana)
Best Time to Plant
The best time to plant most flowers in Kansas is in the spring, after the last average frost date. This is typically in early to mid-April, but can be earlier or later depending on the year. Many flowers can be planted as late as early May and still do well. Some exceptions to this are annual flowers that require a lot of heat to mature, such as marigolds, impatiens, and zinnias. These should be started indoors in late winter and planted outdoors after the last frost date.
Spring
The best time to plant flowers in Kansas is in the spring. This is because the weather is milder and the plants have more time to grow before the hot summer weather arrives. The exact dates will depend on your location, but as a general rule, you should start planting flowers in late March or early April.
Fall
The best time to plant in Kansas is usually in the fall, after the heat of summer has begun to wane. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when planting in fall. The first is that the days are getting shorter, which means that your plants will need less water. Second, the soil is still warm from the summer, so your plants will be able to root quickly. Finally, there is often more rain in the fall, which can help your plants get established.
Kansas City Area
The best time to plant your flowers in the Kansas City area is typically in the spring. This is because the temperatures are mild and there is typically more rain. The flowers that do best in this area are roses, daisies, and lilies.
Johnson County
The last average frost date in Johnson County is April 15. This means that you can safely plant your flowers after this date. However, keep in mind that there is always a possibility of a late frost. If you are worried about this, you can always wait until May to plant your flowers.
Wyandotte County
The average last frost date in Wyandotte County is April 15. This means that you can safely plant your flowers after this date. However, if you want to get a head start on the growing season, you can start planting your flowers indoors about 6-8 weeks before this date.
