Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Elberta, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
On this page:
Elberta, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Elberta, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Elberta is February 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 14th 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 Elberta, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Elberta is December 1st. 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 Elberta, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Elberta is approximately 276 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.
Elberta, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Elberta, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from January 31st to February 14th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st), and starting Luffa seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Beet (from February 14th to February 28th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from February 28th to March 14th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Black Bean (from March 14th to March 28th), and direct sowing Sesame (from March 14th to March 28th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd).