Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Red oaks mill, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Red oaks mill, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Red oaks mill, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Red oaks mill is May 8th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 22nd 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 Red oaks mill, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Red oaks mill 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 Red oaks mill, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Red oaks mill is approximately 160 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.
Red oaks mill, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Red oaks mill, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Flax (from April 10th to April 24th), and direct sowing Crimson Clover (from April 10th to April 24th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 22nd to June 5th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 15th to May 29th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 15th to May 29th).