Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Robeline, LA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Robeline, LA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Robeline, LA
The average last frost date in spring for Robeline is March 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 26th 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 Robeline, LA
The average first frost date in fall for Robeline 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 Robeline, LA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Robeline is approximately 248 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.
Robeline, LA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Robeline, LA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 29th to February 12th), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Arugula (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Beet (from February 26th to March 12th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from February 19th to February 26th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from March 12th to March 26th), direct sowing Cucumber (from March 19th to April 2nd), and direct sowing Cosmos (from March 19th to March 26th).