Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in West canton, NC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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West canton, NC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for West canton, NC
The average last frost date in spring for West canton is March 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 19th 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 West canton, NC
The average first frost date in fall for West canton is October 20th. 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 West canton, NC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in West canton is approximately 229 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.
West canton, NC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
West canton, NC Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Sorrel (from February 5th to February 19th), direct sowing Lettuce (from February 5th to February 19th), and direct sowing Parsley (from February 5th to February 19th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Babys Breath (from March 5th to March 19th), direct sowing Black Bean (from March 19th to April 2nd), and direct sowing Corn (from March 19th to March 26th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th).