Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Broad brook, CT, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Broad brook, CT Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Broad brook, CT
The average last frost date in spring for Broad brook is May 3rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 17th 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 Broad brook, CT
The average first frost date in fall for Broad brook is October 15th. 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 Broad brook, CT
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Broad brook is approximately 165 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.
Broad brook, CT Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Broad brook, CT Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 22nd to April 5th), direct sowing Pea (from March 22nd to April 5th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from March 22nd to April 5th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 5th to April 19th), direct sowing Potato (from April 5th to April 19th), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 19th to May 3rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 17th to May 31st), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 10th to May 24th), and direct sowing Sesame (from May 17th to May 31st).