Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Red bay, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Red bay, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Red bay, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Red bay is April 7th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 21st 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 Red bay, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Red bay is October 30th. 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 Red bay, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Red bay is approximately 206 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.
Red bay, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Red bay, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from March 24th to April 7th), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from March 10th to March 24th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from March 24th to April 7th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from April 21st to May 5th), direct sowing Sesame (from April 21st to May 5th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 7th to April 21st).