Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in North druid hills, GA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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North druid hills, GA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for North druid hills, GA
The average last frost date in spring for North druid hills 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 North druid hills, GA
The average first frost date in fall for North druid hills 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 North druid hills, GA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in North druid hills 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.
North druid hills, GA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
North druid hills, GA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Beet (from March 20th to April 3rd), direct sowing Chives (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Anise (from April 10th to April 17th), and direct sowing Nasturtium (from April 10th to April 17th).