Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Boiling springs, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Boiling springs, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Boiling springs, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Boiling springs is April 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 12th 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 Boiling springs, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Boiling springs is October 16th. 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 Boiling springs, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Boiling springs is approximately 171 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.
Boiling springs, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Boiling springs, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from March 17th to March 31st), direct sowing Parsley (from March 31st to April 14th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from March 17th to March 31st).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 7th to April 14th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 28th to May 12th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from April 14th to April 28th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from May 12th to May 26th), direct sowing Sunflower (from May 5th to May 19th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from May 5th to May 19th).