Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pine level, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Pine level, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pine level, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Pine level 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 Pine level, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Pine level 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 Pine level, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pine level 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.
Pine level, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pine level, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), and starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Beet (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Chia (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Okra (from April 3rd to April 17th).