Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Loch sheldrake, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Loch sheldrake, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Loch sheldrake, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Loch sheldrake is May 24th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 7th 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 Loch sheldrake, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Loch sheldrake is October 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 Loch sheldrake, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Loch sheldrake is approximately 130 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.
Loch sheldrake, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Loch sheldrake, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from April 12th to April 26th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 26th to May 10th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 12th to April 26th), and direct sowing Kale (from April 26th to May 10th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from May 10th to May 24th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 31st to June 14th), and direct sowing Cilantro (from May 10th to June 7th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from June 7th to June 21st), direct sowing Corn (from June 7th to June 14th), and direct sowing Sesame (from June 7th to June 21st).