Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pine bluff, AR, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Pine bluff, AR Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pine bluff, AR
The average last frost date in spring for Pine bluff is March 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 8th 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 bluff, AR
The average first frost date in fall for Pine bluff 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 Pine bluff, AR
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pine bluff is approximately 230 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 bluff, AR Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pine bluff, AR Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from February 25th to March 11th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from February 11th to February 25th), and direct sowing Mustard (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from March 11th to April 8th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 25th to April 8th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from April 8th to April 22nd), direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 8th to April 22nd), and direct sowing Zinnia (from April 1st to April 15th).