Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Rogers city, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Rogers city, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Rogers city, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Rogers city is May 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 8th 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 Rogers city, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Rogers city is October 5th. 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 Rogers city, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Rogers city is approximately 133 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.
Rogers city, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Rogers city, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 16th to March 30th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from April 13th to April 27th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from April 13th to April 27th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from April 13th to April 27th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from May 11th to May 25th), and direct sowing Calendula (from May 11th to May 25th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 8th to June 22nd), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from June 1st to June 15th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from June 8th to June 22nd).