Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Stanwood, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Stanwood, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Stanwood, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Stanwood is May 17th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 31st 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 Stanwood, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Stanwood is October 1st. 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 Stanwood, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Stanwood 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.
Stanwood, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Stanwood, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd), starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 22nd to April 5th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 19th to May 3rd), direct sowing Parsley (from April 19th to May 3rd), and direct sowing Sorrel (from April 19th to May 3rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cucumber (from May 24th to June 7th), direct sowing Calendula (from May 3rd to May 17th), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 3rd to May 17th).