Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lisbon falls, ME, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Lisbon falls, ME Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lisbon falls, ME
The average last frost date in spring for Lisbon falls is May 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 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 Lisbon falls, ME
The average first frost date in fall for Lisbon falls is October 1st. 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 Lisbon falls, ME
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lisbon falls is approximately 142 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.
Lisbon falls, ME Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lisbon falls, ME Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 17th to March 31st), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 3rd to March 17th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 3rd to March 17th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from April 28th to May 12th), direct sowing Dill (from April 28th to May 12th), and direct sowing Fennel (from April 28th to May 12th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from May 19th to May 26th), direct sowing Babys Breath (from May 12th to May 26th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from May 19th to June 2nd).