Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Blue ridge, VA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Blue ridge, VA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Blue ridge, VA
The average last frost date in spring for Blue ridge is April 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 9th 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 Blue ridge, VA
The average first frost date in fall for Blue ridge 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 Blue ridge, VA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Blue ridge is approximately 183 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.
Blue ridge, VA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Blue ridge, VA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th), and starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from March 28th to April 11th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th), and starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Dill (from April 11th to April 25th), direct sowing Cilantro (from April 11th to May 9th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 4th to April 11th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 9th to May 23rd), direct sowing Chia (from May 9th to May 23rd), and direct sowing Jute (from May 9th to May 23rd).