Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Star city, AR, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Star city, AR Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Star city, AR
The average last frost date in spring for Star city 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 Star city, AR
The average first frost date in fall for Star city 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 Star city, AR
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Star city 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.
Star city, AR Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Star city, AR Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Sorrel (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Flax (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 25th to April 8th), direct sowing Quinoa (from March 11th to March 25th), and direct sowing Fennel (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 1st to April 15th), direct sowing Corn (from April 8th to April 15th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from April 1st to April 15th).