Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Blue bell, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Blue bell, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Blue bell, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Blue bell is April 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 4th 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 Blue bell, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Blue bell is November 1st. 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 Blue bell, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Blue bell is approximately 195 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.
Blue bell, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Blue bell, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chives (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 6th to April 20th), direct sowing Morning Glory (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 20th to May 4th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Melon (from May 4th to May 18th).