Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in West sunbury, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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West sunbury, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for West sunbury, PA
The average last frost date in spring for West sunbury 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 West sunbury, PA
The average first frost date in fall for West sunbury is October 5th. 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 West sunbury, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in West sunbury is approximately 143 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.
West sunbury, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
West sunbury, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Spinach (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Potato (from April 17th to May 1st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from May 1st to May 15th), direct sowing Sunflower (from May 22nd to June 5th), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 1st to May 15th).