Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bear creek, AK, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Bear creek, AK Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bear creek, AK
The average last frost date in spring for Bear creek is May 17th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 31st 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 Bear creek, AK
The average first frost date in fall for Bear creek is October 5th. 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 Bear creek, AK
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bear creek is approximately 141 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.
Bear creek, AK Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bear creek, AK Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd), starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from March 22nd to April 5th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from April 26th to May 10th), direct sowing Spinach (from April 5th to April 19th), and direct sowing Flax (from April 19th to May 3rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Babys Breath (from May 17th to May 31st), direct sowing Fennel (from May 3rd to May 17th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 17th to May 31st).