Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in New cambria, MO, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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New cambria, MO Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for New cambria, MO
The average last frost date in spring for New cambria is April 24th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 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 New cambria, MO
The average first frost date in fall for New cambria is October 15th. 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 New cambria, MO
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in New cambria is approximately 174 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.
New cambria, MO Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
New cambria, MO Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 13th to February 27th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 13th to February 27th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from March 13th to March 27th), direct sowing Chervil (from March 27th to April 10th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Carrot (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 24th to May 8th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 1st to May 8th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 8th to May 22nd), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 8th to May 22nd).