Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Walloon lake, MI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Walloon lake, MI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Walloon lake, MI
The average last frost date in spring for Walloon lake 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 Walloon lake, MI
The average first frost date in fall for Walloon 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 Walloon lake, MI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Walloon lake 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.
Walloon lake, MI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Walloon lake, MI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 25th to May 9th), direct sowing Potato (from April 25th to May 9th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from April 11th to April 25th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 30th to June 6th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 9th to May 23rd), and direct sowing Carrot (from May 2nd to May 16th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from June 6th to June 13th), direct sowing Jute (from June 6th to June 20th), and direct sowing Watermelon (from June 6th to June 20th).