[PaulF]

For the past several years the nighttime temps have stayed above 50F here after May 5. This year that will happen around May 15. Tomatoes and peppers will go in the ground then for me. Usually I pay more attention to soil temperatures for squash, cubes and other vining crops. I like 65 degrees F or higher. That may happen a few days later than the norm also.

When people ask me about how early they can plant, I always say that it is better to wait a few days for the right conditions rather than force the issue and risk having to replant. Everything will catch up even if put in a week later.