Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Belding, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Belding, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Belding, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Belding is May 11th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 25th 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 Belding, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Belding is October 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 Belding, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Belding is approximately 157 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.
Belding, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Belding, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 16th to March 30th), starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from March 2nd to March 16th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing California Poppy (from April 13th to April 27th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Arugula (from April 13th to April 27th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from May 25th to June 8th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 25th to June 8th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 25th to June 8th).