Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Satartia, MS, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Satartia, MS Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Satartia, MS
The average last frost date in spring for Satartia is March 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 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 Satartia, MS
The average first frost date in fall for Satartia is November 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 Satartia, MS
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Satartia is approximately 225 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.
Satartia, MS Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Satartia, MS Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Chives (from February 25th to March 11th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from February 11th to February 25th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from March 11th to March 25th), direct sowing Alyssum (from March 11th to March 25th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sunflower (from April 1st to April 15th), direct sowing Anise (from April 1st to April 8th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 8th to April 22nd).