Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Ballston spa, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Ballston spa, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Ballston spa, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Ballston spa is May 6th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 20th 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 Ballston spa, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Ballston spa is October 10th. 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 Ballston spa, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Ballston spa is approximately 157 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.
Ballston spa, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Ballston spa, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from April 8th to April 22nd), direct sowing Cilantro (from April 22nd to May 20th), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from May 20th to June 3rd), direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 20th to June 3rd).