Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pike road, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Pike road, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pike road, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Pike road is March 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 3rd 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 Pike road, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Pike road is November 15th. 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 Pike road, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pike road is approximately 240 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.
Pike road, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pike road, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Sunflower (from March 27th to April 10th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Okra (from April 3rd to April 17th).