Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in East brady, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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East brady, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for East brady, PA
The average last frost date in spring for East brady is May 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 29th 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 East brady, PA
The average first frost date in fall for East brady 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 East brady, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in East brady is approximately 153 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.
East brady, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
East brady, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 17th to May 1st), and direct sowing Sorrel (from April 17th to May 1st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Babys Breath (from May 15th to May 29th), direct sowing Jute (from May 29th to June 12th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 29th to June 12th).