Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Elmira heights, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Elmira heights, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Elmira heights, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Elmira heights is May 14th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 28th 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 Elmira heights, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Elmira heights 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 Elmira heights, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Elmira heights is approximately 144 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.
Elmira heights, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Elmira heights, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 5th to March 19th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 5th to March 19th), and starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 19th to April 2nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from April 16th to April 30th), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 16th to April 30th), and direct sowing Pea (from April 2nd to April 16th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 21st to June 4th), direct sowing Cucumber (from May 21st to June 4th), and direct sowing Zinnia (from May 21st to June 4th).