Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Wurtsboro hills, NY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Wurtsboro hills, NY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Wurtsboro hills, NY
The average last frost date in spring for Wurtsboro hills is May 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 5th 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 Wurtsboro hills, NY
The average first frost date in fall for Wurtsboro hills 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 Wurtsboro hills, NY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Wurtsboro hills is approximately 136 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.
Wurtsboro hills, NY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Wurtsboro hills, NY Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 13th to March 27th), and starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 24th to May 8th), direct sowing Watercress (from April 24th to May 8th), and direct sowing Flax (from April 24th to May 8th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from May 8th to June 5th), direct sowing Sunflower (from May 29th to June 12th), and direct sowing Calendula (from May 8th to May 22nd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from June 5th to June 19th), direct sowing Melon (from June 5th to June 19th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 5th to June 19th).