Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Millersville, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Millersville, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Millersville, TN
The average last frost date in spring for Millersville 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 Millersville, TN
The average first frost date in fall for Millersville 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 Millersville, TN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Millersville 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.
Millersville, TN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Millersville, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from March 23rd to April 6th), direct sowing California Poppy (from March 16th to March 30th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 16th to March 30th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from April 27th to May 11th), direct sowing Anise (from April 20th to April 27th), and direct sowing Corn (from April 27th to May 4th).