Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Aro, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Aro, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Aro, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Aro is May 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 24th 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 Aro, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Aro is October 15th. 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 Aro, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Aro is approximately 158 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.
Aro, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Aro, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 15th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 26th to May 10th), direct sowing Calendula (from April 26th to May 10th), and direct sowing Radish (from April 12th to April 26th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Sunflower (from May 17th to May 31st), direct sowing Anise (from May 17th to May 24th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 24th to June 7th).