Bean Station, TN Planting Calendar (What to Plant by Month)

Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bean station, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.

Bean station, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season

Last Spring Frost Date for Bean station, TN

The average last frost date in spring for Bean station is April 21st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 5th 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 Bean station, TN

The average first frost date in fall for Bean station is October 20th. 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 Bean station, TN

Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bean station is approximately 182 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.

Bean station, TN Planting Calendar

This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.

Legend: I = Start seed indoors S = Direct sow T = Transplant H = Harvest
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Bean station, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations

February

In February, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th).

March

In March, recommended activities include starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 24th to April 7th), direct sowing Mustard (from March 24th to April 7th), and direct sowing Chives (from March 24th to April 7th).

April

In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Quinoa (from April 7th to April 21st), direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 21st to May 5th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 7th to April 21st).

May

In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from May 5th to May 19th), direct sowing Melon (from May 5th to May 19th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 5th to May 19th).