Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bay park, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Bay park, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bay park, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Bay park is April 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 4th 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 Bay park, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Bay park is November 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 Bay park, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bay park is approximately 204 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.
Bay park, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bay park, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), direct sowing Parsley (from March 23rd to April 6th), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 20th to May 4th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 20th to May 4th), and direct sowing Lentil (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from May 4th to May 11th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Watermelon (from May 4th to May 18th).