Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oberlin, LA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Oberlin, LA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oberlin, LA
The average last frost date in spring for Oberlin is March 8th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 22nd 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 Oberlin, LA
The average first frost date in fall for Oberlin is November 15th. 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 Oberlin, LA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oberlin 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.
Oberlin, LA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oberlin, LA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from January 11th to January 25th), starting Basil seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from January 11th to January 25th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Dill (from February 22nd to March 8th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from February 22nd to March 8th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from March 15th to March 22nd), direct sowing Sunflower (from March 15th to March 29th), and direct sowing Watermelon (from March 22nd to April 5th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th).