Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cedar springs, GA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Cedar springs, GA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cedar springs, GA
The average last frost date in spring for Cedar springs is March 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 3rd 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 Cedar springs, GA
The average first frost date in fall for Cedar springs is November 20th. 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 Cedar springs, GA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cedar springs is approximately 245 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.
Cedar springs, GA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cedar springs, GA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Crimson Clover (from February 20th to March 6th), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from February 20th to March 6th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Corn (from April 3rd to April 10th).