Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fairhope, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Fairhope, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fairhope, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Fairhope is May 24th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 7th 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 Fairhope, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Fairhope is October 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 Fairhope, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fairhope is approximately 130 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.
Fairhope, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fairhope, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from April 26th to May 10th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 26th to May 10th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from April 12th to April 26th).
May
In May, recommended activities include starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from May 3rd to May 10th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 31st to June 14th), direct sowing Fennel (from May 10th to May 24th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from May 31st to June 14th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 7th to June 21st), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 7th to June 21st), and direct sowing Chia (from June 7th to June 21st).