Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Houghton lake, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5a.
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Houghton lake, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Houghton lake, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Houghton lake is June 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 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 Houghton lake, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Houghton lake is September 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 Houghton lake, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Houghton lake is approximately 116 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.
Houghton lake, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Houghton lake, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Marigold seeds indoors (from April 20th to May 4th), starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 20th to May 4th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing California Poppy (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from May 4th to May 18th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from June 8th to June 15th), direct sowing Zucchini (from June 8th to June 22nd), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from June 1st to June 15th).