Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Wilmington island, GA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Wilmington island, GA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Wilmington island, GA
The average last frost date in spring for Wilmington island is March 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 15th 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 Wilmington island, GA
The average first frost date in fall for Wilmington island is December 1st. 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 Wilmington island, GA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Wilmington island is approximately 275 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.
Wilmington island, GA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Wilmington island, GA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Basil seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), starting Statice seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from February 15th to March 1st), direct sowing California Poppy (from February 1st to February 15th), and direct sowing Calendula (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from March 8th to March 22nd), direct sowing Runner Bean (from March 8th to March 22nd), and direct sowing Corn (from March 15th to March 22nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).