Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Moss bluff, LA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Moss bluff, LA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Moss bluff, LA
The average last frost date in spring for Moss bluff is February 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 4th 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 Moss bluff, LA
The average first frost date in fall for Moss bluff is November 20th. 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 Moss bluff, LA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Moss bluff 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.
Moss bluff, LA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Moss bluff, LA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from January 7th to January 21st), starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st), direct sowing Kale (from January 21st to February 4th), and direct sowing Radish (from January 21st to February 4th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Fenugreek (from February 18th to March 4th), direct sowing Cosmos (from February 25th to March 4th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 4th to March 18th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from March 4th to March 18th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from December 24th to January 7th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th).