Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bear lake, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Bear lake, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bear lake, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Bear lake is May 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 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 Bear lake, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Bear lake 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 Bear lake, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bear lake is approximately 143 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.
Bear lake, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bear lake, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 22nd to May 6th), direct sowing Pea (from April 8th to April 22nd), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 29th to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 20th to June 3rd), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 27th to June 10th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 3rd to June 17th), direct sowing Chia (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Corn (from June 3rd to June 10th).