Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Perdido beach, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Perdido beach, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Perdido beach, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Perdido beach 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 Perdido beach, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Perdido beach is December 10th. 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 Perdido beach, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Perdido beach is approximately 285 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.
Perdido beach, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Perdido beach, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Arugula (from January 31st to February 14th), direct sowing Radish (from January 31st to February 14th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from January 31st to February 14th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from February 14th to February 28th), direct sowing Hyssop (from February 14th to February 28th), and direct sowing Dill (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from March 7th to March 21st), direct sowing Okra (from March 14th to March 28th), and direct sowing Zucchini (from March 7th to March 21st).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd).