Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Peach lake, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Peach lake, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Peach lake, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Peach lake 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 Peach lake, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Peach lake is October 15th. 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 Peach lake, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Peach lake is approximately 154 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.
Peach lake, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Peach lake, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 19th to April 2nd), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 19th to April 2nd), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 19th to April 2nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from April 16th to April 30th), direct sowing Quinoa (from April 30th to May 14th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from April 2nd to April 16th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 21st to June 4th), direct sowing Chia (from May 28th to June 11th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 28th to June 11th).