Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pencil bluff, AR, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Pencil bluff, AR Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pencil bluff, AR
The average last frost date in spring for Pencil bluff is April 11th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 25th 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 Pencil bluff, AR
The average first frost date in fall for Pencil bluff 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 Pencil bluff, AR
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pencil bluff is approximately 202 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.
Pencil bluff, AR Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pencil bluff, AR Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from March 28th to April 11th), direct sowing Cilantro (from March 28th to April 25th), and direct sowing Fennel (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Cucumber (from April 18th to May 2nd), direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 11th to April 25th), and direct sowing Zucchini (from April 18th to May 2nd).