Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Gates mills, OH, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Gates mills, OH Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Gates mills, OH
The average last frost date in spring for Gates mills 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 Gates mills, OH
The average first frost date in fall for Gates mills is October 25th. 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 Gates mills, OH
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Gates mills is approximately 170 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.
Gates mills, OH Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Gates mills, OH Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th), and starting Celery 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 Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 13th to March 27th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Poppy (from April 10th to April 24th), and direct sowing Radish (from April 10th to April 24th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 22nd to June 5th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from May 15th to May 29th), and direct sowing Okra (from May 22nd to June 5th).