Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Glen arbor, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Glen arbor, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Glen arbor, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Glen arbor is May 21st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 4th 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 Glen arbor, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Glen arbor 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 Glen arbor, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Glen arbor is approximately 147 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.
Glen arbor, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Glen arbor, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 12th to March 26th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 12th to March 26th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 12th to March 26th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from April 23rd to May 7th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 23rd to May 7th), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from April 9th to April 23rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 28th to June 11th), direct sowing Alyssum (from May 7th to May 21st), and direct sowing Babys Breath (from May 21st to June 4th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from June 4th to June 18th), direct sowing Watermelon (from June 4th to June 18th), and direct sowing Melon (from June 4th to June 18th).