Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bay view, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Bay view, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bay view, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Bay view is May 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 5th 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 Bay view, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Bay view is October 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 Bay view, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bay view is approximately 141 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.
Bay view, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bay view, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 13th to March 27th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 13th to March 27th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 24th to May 8th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Kale (from April 24th to May 8th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 24th to May 8th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 29th to June 12th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 29th to June 12th), and direct sowing Fennel (from May 8th to May 22nd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from June 5th to June 19th), direct sowing Melon (from June 5th to June 19th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 5th to June 19th).