Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Seabrook, SC, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Seabrook, SC Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Seabrook, SC
The average last frost date in spring for Seabrook is March 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 15th 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 Seabrook, SC
The average first frost date in fall for Seabrook is December 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 Seabrook, SC
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Seabrook is approximately 279 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.
Seabrook, SC Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Seabrook, SC Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Poppy (from February 1st to February 15th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lemon Balm (from March 1st to March 15th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 1st to March 15th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from March 8th to March 22nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).