Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Crystal mountain, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Crystal mountain, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Crystal mountain, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Crystal mountain is May 24th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 7th 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 Crystal mountain, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Crystal mountain 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 Crystal mountain, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Crystal mountain is approximately 139 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.
Crystal mountain, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Crystal mountain, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from April 26th to May 10th), direct sowing Flax (from April 26th to May 10th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from April 26th to May 10th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from May 10th to May 24th), direct sowing Babys Breath (from May 24th to June 7th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from May 10th to May 24th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from June 7th to June 21st), direct sowing Watermelon (from June 7th to June 21st), and direct sowing Sesame (from June 7th to June 21st).