Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Johnsonville, SC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Johnsonville, SC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Johnsonville, SC
The average last frost date in spring for Johnsonville is March 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 8th 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 Johnsonville, SC
The average first frost date in fall for Johnsonville is November 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 Johnsonville, SC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Johnsonville is approximately 225 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.
Johnsonville, SC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Johnsonville, SC Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Radish (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Beet (from March 11th to March 25th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from March 11th to March 25th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from April 1st to April 8th), direct sowing Zinnia (from April 1st to April 15th), and direct sowing Chia (from April 8th to April 22nd).