Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lake grove, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Lake grove, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lake grove, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Lake grove is April 24th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 8th 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 Lake grove, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Lake grove is November 1st. 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 Lake grove, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lake grove is approximately 191 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.
Lake grove, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lake grove, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 13th to March 27th), direct sowing Chervil (from March 27th to April 10th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from March 13th to March 27th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Calendula (from April 10th to April 24th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 10th to April 24th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from May 8th to May 22nd), direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 1st to May 15th), and direct sowing Melon (from May 8th to May 22nd).