Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Maggie valley, NC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Maggie valley, NC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Maggie valley, NC
The average last frost date in spring for Maggie valley is May 4th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 18th 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 Maggie valley, NC
The average first frost date in fall for Maggie valley 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 Maggie valley, NC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Maggie valley is approximately 164 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.
Maggie valley, NC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Maggie valley, NC Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), and starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 13th to April 20th), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 6th to April 20th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from May 11th to May 25th), direct sowing Jute (from May 18th to June 1st), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 11th to May 25th).