Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Galeton, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5a.
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Galeton, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Galeton, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Galeton is May 27th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 10th 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 Galeton, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Galeton is September 25th. 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 Galeton, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Galeton is approximately 121 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.
Galeton, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Galeton, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st), starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from April 29th to May 13th), direct sowing Potato (from April 29th to May 13th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 29th to May 13th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from May 13th to June 10th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 13th to May 27th), and direct sowing Dill (from May 13th to May 27th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from June 10th to June 24th), direct sowing Zinnia (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from June 3rd to June 17th).