Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Horton bay, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Horton bay, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Horton bay, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Horton bay is May 23rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 6th 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 Horton bay, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Horton bay 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 Horton bay, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Horton bay is approximately 140 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.
Horton bay, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Horton bay, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 11th to April 25th), direct sowing Sorrel (from April 25th to May 9th), and direct sowing Mustard (from April 25th to May 9th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Calendula (from May 9th to May 23rd), direct sowing Zucchini (from May 30th to June 13th), and direct sowing Lentil (from May 9th to May 23rd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from June 6th to June 20th), direct sowing Watermelon (from June 6th to June 20th), and direct sowing Chia (from June 6th to June 20th).