I live in lexington, KY. when should i transplant tomato plants into the garden?

Sorry, don't have sites to refer to or anything. My dad has farmed for years including a couple of acres of tomatoes. He always had his garden plot tilled and ready to go, but he wouldn't set out his tomatoes until after Easter. We've had a few late frosts here, so he wouldn't take chances with his garden. We live in Al., but after working in Kentucky for about six months, from what I remember, most of your danger should be past by then, eh?

I live in lexington, KY. when should i transplant tomato plants into the garden?
when temps stablize and remain above 56
Reply:it all depends on the weather after the last frost
Reply:Buying transplants or starting seeds indoor early, gets tomatoes off to the best start in the garden when warm weather finally arrives and it saves several weeks in growing time. Some gardeners transplant their tomatoes soon after the soil is prepared for spring gardening, when there is a high risk of damage from freezing. Be prepared to cover early set plants overnight to protect them from frost. For best results with very early plantings, consider black plastic mulch and floating row covers for heat accumulation and frost protection. For best results with minimal risk, plant when the soil is warm, soon after the frost-free date for your area.