Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Ashland city, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Ashland city, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Ashland city, TN
The average last frost date in spring for Ashland city is April 13th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 27th 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 Ashland city, TN
The average first frost date in fall for Ashland city is October 25th. 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 Ashland city, TN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Ashland city is approximately 195 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.
Ashland city, TN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Ashland city, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chives (from March 16th to March 30th), direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 16th to March 30th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from March 30th to April 13th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from April 20th to April 27th), direct sowing Cosmos (from April 20th to April 27th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 20th to May 4th).