Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Jekyll island, GA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Jekyll island, GA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Jekyll island, GA
The average last frost date in spring for Jekyll island is February 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 6th 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 Jekyll island, GA
The average first frost date in fall for Jekyll island is December 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 Jekyll island, GA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Jekyll island is approximately 298 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.
Jekyll island, GA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Jekyll island, GA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from January 30th to February 13th), direct sowing Pea (from January 9th to January 23rd), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from February 27th to March 6th), direct sowing Zucchini (from February 27th to March 13th), and direct sowing Anise (from February 27th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Okra (from March 6th to March 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 12th to December 26th), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from December 12th to December 26th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from December 12th to December 26th).