Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Collierville, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Collierville, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Collierville, TN
The average last frost date in spring for Collierville is March 29th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 12th 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 Collierville, TN
The average first frost date in fall for Collierville is November 10th. 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 Collierville, TN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Collierville is approximately 226 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.
Collierville, TN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Collierville, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 15th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 15th to March 29th), and direct sowing Mustard (from March 1st to March 15th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 5th to April 19th), direct sowing Black Bean (from April 12th to April 26th), and direct sowing Zinnia (from April 5th to April 19th).