Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Allen park, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Allen park, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Allen park, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Allen park is April 29th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 13th 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 Allen park, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Allen park is October 25th. 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 Allen park, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Allen park is approximately 179 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.
Allen park, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Allen park, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from March 18th to April 1st), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 29th to May 13th), direct sowing Flax (from April 1st to April 15th), and direct sowing Lettuce (from April 1st to April 15th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 6th to May 20th), direct sowing Sesame (from May 13th to May 27th), and direct sowing Chia (from May 13th to May 27th).