Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Spring garden, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Spring garden, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Spring garden, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Spring garden 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 Spring garden, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Spring garden is November 1st. 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 Spring garden, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Spring garden is approximately 208 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.
Spring garden, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Spring garden, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from March 10th to March 24th), direct sowing Arugula (from March 10th to March 24th), and direct sowing Beet (from March 24th to April 7th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from April 14th to April 21st), direct sowing Melon (from April 21st to May 5th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 14th to April 28th).