Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Tellico plains, TN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Tellico plains, TN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Tellico plains, TN
The average last frost date in spring for Tellico plains 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 Tellico plains, TN
The average first frost date in fall for Tellico plains 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 Tellico plains, TN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Tellico plains is approximately 188 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.
Tellico plains, TN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Tellico plains, TN Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd), starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from March 23rd to April 6th), direct sowing Carrot (from March 30th to April 13th), and direct sowing Flax (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from April 6th to April 20th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Sesame (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Watermelon (from May 4th to May 18th).