Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Healdton, OK, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Healdton, OK Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Healdton, OK
The average last frost date in spring for Healdton is April 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 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 Healdton, OK
The average first frost date in fall for Healdton is November 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 Healdton, OK
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Healdton is approximately 218 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.
Healdton, OK Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Healdton, OK Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th), starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th), and starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from March 18th to April 1st), direct sowing Garden Cress (from March 4th to March 18th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 4th to March 18th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from April 8th to April 22nd), direct sowing Anise (from April 8th to April 15th), and direct sowing Cosmos (from April 8th to April 15th).