Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bear grass, NC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Bear grass, NC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bear grass, NC
The average last frost date in spring for Bear grass is April 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 15th 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 Bear grass, NC
The average first frost date in fall for Bear grass is November 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 Bear grass, NC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bear grass is approximately 214 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.
Bear grass, NC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bear grass, NC Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th), starting Luffa seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 18th to April 1st), direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 4th to March 18th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 4th to March 18th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from April 15th to April 29th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 15th to April 29th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from April 15th to April 29th).