Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lloyd harbor, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Lloyd harbor, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lloyd harbor, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Lloyd harbor is April 21st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 5th 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 Lloyd harbor, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Lloyd harbor is November 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 Lloyd harbor, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lloyd harbor is approximately 198 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.
Lloyd harbor, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lloyd harbor, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from March 31st to April 14th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from March 24th to April 7th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from April 7th to May 5th), direct sowing Babys Breath (from April 21st to May 5th), and direct sowing Lentil (from April 7th to April 21st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 5th to May 19th), direct sowing Watermelon (from May 5th to May 19th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 5th to May 19th).