Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bryn athyn, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Bryn athyn, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bryn athyn, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Bryn athyn is April 19th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 3rd 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 Bryn athyn, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Bryn athyn 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 Bryn athyn, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bryn athyn is approximately 196 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.
Bryn athyn, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bryn athyn, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from March 22nd to April 5th), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from March 22nd to April 5th), and direct sowing Potato (from March 22nd to April 5th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from April 26th to May 3rd), direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 19th to May 3rd), and direct sowing Calendula (from April 5th to April 19th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 3rd to May 17th), direct sowing Chia (from May 3rd to May 17th), and direct sowing Okra (from May 3rd to May 17th).