Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Westhampton beach, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Westhampton beach, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Westhampton beach, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Westhampton beach is May 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 15th 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 Westhampton beach, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Westhampton beach is November 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 Westhampton beach, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Westhampton beach is approximately 184 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.
Westhampton beach, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Westhampton beach, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Watercress (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 3rd to April 17th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 8th to May 22nd), direct sowing Cucumber (from May 8th to May 22nd), and direct sowing Zucchini (from May 8th to May 22nd).