Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Spout springs, NC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Spout springs, NC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Spout springs, NC
The average last frost date in spring for Spout springs is April 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 24th 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 Spout springs, NC
The average first frost date in fall for Spout springs 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 Spout springs, NC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Spout springs is approximately 205 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.
Spout springs, NC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Spout springs, NC Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from January 30th to February 13th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from January 30th to February 13th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from January 30th to February 13th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from February 13th to February 27th), direct sowing Pea (from February 27th to March 13th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 13th to February 27th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from March 13th to March 27th), direct sowing Flax (from March 13th to March 27th), and direct sowing Arugula (from March 13th to March 27th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Watermelon (from April 24th to May 8th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from April 17th to May 1st).