Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lebanon, NH, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Lebanon, NH Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lebanon, NH
The average last frost date in spring for Lebanon is May 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 29th 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 Lebanon, NH
The average first frost date in fall for Lebanon is September 25th. 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 Lebanon, NH
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lebanon is approximately 133 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.
Lebanon, NH Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lebanon, NH Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Mustard (from April 17th to May 1st), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from April 17th to May 1st), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from April 17th to May 1st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 29th to June 12th), direct sowing Chia (from May 29th to June 12th), and direct sowing Lentil (from May 1st to May 15th).