Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Woodside, PA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Woodside, PA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Woodside, PA
The average last frost date in spring for Woodside is April 19th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 3rd 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 Woodside, PA
The average first frost date in fall for Woodside is November 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 Woodside, PA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Woodside is approximately 196 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.
Woodside, PA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Woodside, PA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Sorrel (from March 22nd to April 5th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from March 22nd to April 5th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Calendula (from April 5th to April 19th), direct sowing Dill (from April 5th to April 19th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 19th to May 3rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from May 3rd to May 17th), direct sowing Chia (from May 3rd to May 17th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 3rd to May 17th).