Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in South dayton, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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South dayton, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for South dayton, NY
The average last frost date in spring for South dayton is May 23rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 6th 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 South dayton, NY
The average first frost date in fall for South dayton is October 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 South dayton, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in South dayton is approximately 135 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.
South dayton, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
South dayton, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th), and starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing California Poppy (from April 25th to May 9th), direct sowing Parsley (from April 25th to May 9th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 25th to May 9th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 30th to June 13th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from May 9th to May 23rd), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from May 2nd to May 9th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 30th to June 13th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from June 6th to June 20th), direct sowing Black Bean (from June 6th to June 20th), and direct sowing Okra (from June 6th to June 20th).