Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pelham, GA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Pelham, GA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pelham, GA
The average last frost date in spring for Pelham is March 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 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 Pelham, GA
The average first frost date in fall for Pelham is November 25th. 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 Pelham, GA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pelham is approximately 252 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.
Pelham, GA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pelham, GA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from February 18th to March 4th), direct sowing Carrot (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from February 18th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from March 25th to April 8th), and direct sowing Calendula (from March 4th to March 18th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 1st to April 15th), direct sowing Okra (from April 1st to April 15th), and direct sowing Jute (from April 1st to April 15th).