Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Silver lake, OH, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Silver lake, OH Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Silver lake, OH
The average last frost date in spring for Silver lake is August 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until August 19th 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 Silver lake, OH
The average first frost date in fall for Silver lake 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 Silver lake, OH
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Silver lake is approximately 81 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.
Silver lake, OH Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Silver lake, OH Monthly Planting Recommendations
May
In May, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from May 27th to June 10th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from May 27th to June 10th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from May 27th to June 10th).
June
In June, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from June 24th to July 8th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from June 24th to July 8th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from June 10th to June 24th).
July
In July, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from July 8th to July 22nd), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from July 8th to July 22nd), and direct sowing Mustard (from July 8th to July 22nd).
August
In August, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from August 12th to August 19th), direct sowing Nasturtium (from August 12th to August 19th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from August 19th to September 2nd).