Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Barryville, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Barryville, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Barryville, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Barryville is May 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 3rd 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 Barryville, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Barryville is October 5th. 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 Barryville, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Barryville is approximately 138 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.
Barryville, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Barryville, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from April 22nd to May 6th), direct sowing Mustard (from April 22nd to May 6th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 8th to April 22nd), and direct sowing Kale (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from May 27th to June 3rd), direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from May 27th to June 10th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 3rd to June 17th), direct sowing Okra (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Jute (from June 3rd to June 17th).