Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Hazleton, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Hazleton, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Hazleton, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Hazleton is May 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 1st 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 Hazleton, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Hazleton is October 10th. 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 Hazleton, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Hazleton is approximately 145 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.
Hazleton, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Hazleton, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 20th to May 4th), direct sowing Parsley (from April 20th to May 4th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from May 25th to June 8th), direct sowing Sunflower (from May 25th to June 8th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from May 18th to June 1st).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 1st to June 15th), direct sowing Corn (from June 1st to June 8th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 1st to June 15th).