Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Richmond, LA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Richmond, LA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Richmond, LA
The average last frost date in spring for Richmond is March 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 3rd 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 Richmond, LA
The average first frost date in fall for Richmond is November 10th. 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 Richmond, LA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Richmond is approximately 235 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.
Richmond, LA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Richmond, LA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from February 20th to March 6th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from February 20th to March 6th), and direct sowing Spinach (from February 6th to February 20th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from March 27th to April 10th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from March 20th to April 3rd), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Black Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Chia (from April 3rd to April 17th).