Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Red level, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Red level, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Red level, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Red level is March 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 1st 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 level, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Red level is November 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 Red level, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Red level is approximately 237 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 level, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Red level, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from February 18th to March 4th), direct sowing Poppy (from February 18th to March 4th), and direct sowing Carrot (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Morning Glory (from March 25th to April 8th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 18th to April 1st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from April 1st to April 8th), direct sowing Chia (from April 1st to April 15th), and direct sowing Melon (from April 1st to April 15th).