Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Rocky top, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Rocky top, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Rocky top, TN
The average last frost date in spring for Rocky top is April 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 4th 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 Rocky top, TN
The average first frost date in fall for Rocky top is October 30th. 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 Rocky top, TN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Rocky top is approximately 193 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.
Rocky top, TN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Rocky top, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from March 23rd to April 6th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from March 23rd to April 6th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from April 27th to May 11th), direct sowing Zucchini (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Corn (from May 4th to May 11th).