Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cadian lakes, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Cadian lakes, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cadian lakes, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Cadian lakes is May 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 1st 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 Cadian lakes, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Cadian lakes 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 Cadian lakes, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cadian lakes is approximately 136 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.
Cadian lakes, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cadian lakes, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from April 20th to May 4th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 6th to April 20th), direct sowing Kale (from April 20th to May 4th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 27th to May 4th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 25th to June 8th), direct sowing Zucchini (from May 25th to June 8th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from May 4th to May 18th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from June 1st to June 15th), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 1st to June 15th), and direct sowing Sesame (from June 1st to June 15th).