Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Claymont, DE, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Claymont, DE Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Claymont, DE
The average last frost date in spring for Claymont is April 17th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 1st 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 Claymont, DE
The average first frost date in fall for Claymont is November 8th. 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 Claymont, DE
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Claymont is approximately 205 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.
Claymont, DE Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Claymont, DE Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Mustard (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 24th to May 8th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 24th to May 8th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 1st to May 15th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 1st to May 15th), and direct sowing Okra (from May 1st to May 15th).