Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mount kisco, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Mount kisco, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mount kisco, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Mount kisco is May 4th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 18th 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 Mount kisco, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Mount kisco is October 20th. 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 Mount kisco, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mount kisco is approximately 169 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.
Mount kisco, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mount kisco, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from April 6th to April 20th), direct sowing Lettuce (from April 6th to April 20th), and direct sowing Flax (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from May 18th to June 1st), direct sowing Sesame (from May 18th to June 1st), and direct sowing Watermelon (from May 18th to June 1st).