Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Baldwin, LA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Baldwin, LA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Baldwin, LA
The average last frost date in spring for Baldwin is February 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 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 Baldwin, LA
The average first frost date in fall for Baldwin 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 Baldwin, LA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Baldwin is approximately 283 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.
Baldwin, LA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Baldwin, LA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), direct sowing Kale (from January 18th to February 1st), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Fennel (from February 1st to February 15th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from March 1st to March 8th), direct sowing Jute (from March 1st to March 15th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from March 1st to March 15th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st).