Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Center line, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Center line, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Center line, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Center line is May 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 15th 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 Center line, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Center line 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 Center line, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Center line is approximately 177 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.
Center line, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Center line, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Pea (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Dill (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Beet (from April 17th to May 1st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from May 15th to May 29th), direct sowing Melon (from May 15th to May 29th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from May 8th to May 22nd).