Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Gresham park, GA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Gresham park, GA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Gresham park, GA
The average last frost date in spring for Gresham park is April 3rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 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 Gresham park, GA
The average first frost date in fall for Gresham park is November 13th. 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 Gresham park, GA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Gresham park is approximately 224 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.
Gresham park, GA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Gresham park, GA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), and direct sowing Spinach (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from March 13th to March 27th), direct sowing Potato (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 17th to May 1st), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from April 10th to April 24th).