Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Adak, AK, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Adak, AK Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Adak, AK
The average last frost date in spring for Adak is June 11th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 25th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Adak, AK
The average first frost date in fall for Adak is October 25th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Adak, AK
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Adak is approximately 136 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Adak, AK Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Adak, AK Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from April 16th to April 30th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from April 2nd to April 16th), and starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from April 16th to April 30th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from May 21st to June 4th), direct sowing Sorrel (from May 14th to May 28th), and direct sowing Cilantro (from May 28th to June 25th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 25th to July 9th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from June 18th to July 2nd), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 25th to July 9th).