Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cedar hill, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Cedar hill, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cedar hill, TN
The average last frost date in spring for Cedar hill 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 Cedar hill, TN
The average first frost date in fall for Cedar hill 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 Cedar hill, TN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cedar hill 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.
Cedar hill, TN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cedar hill, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from March 30th to April 13th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from March 16th to March 30th), and direct sowing Beet (from March 30th to April 13th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 27th to May 11th), direct sowing Sesame (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from April 20th to May 4th).