Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Manistee lake, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Manistee lake, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Manistee lake, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Manistee lake is May 26th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 9th 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 Manistee lake, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Manistee lake 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 Manistee lake, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Manistee lake is approximately 137 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.
Manistee lake, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Manistee lake, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 31st to April 14th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 17th to March 31st), and starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 31st to April 14th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from April 28th to May 12th), direct sowing Chives (from April 28th to May 12th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 14th to April 28th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 26th to June 9th), direct sowing Hyssop (from May 12th to May 26th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from May 26th to June 9th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from June 9th to June 23rd), direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 9th to June 23rd), and direct sowing Jute (from June 9th to June 23rd).