Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak hall, VA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Oak hall, VA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak hall, VA
The average last frost date in spring for Oak hall 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 Oak hall, VA
The average first frost date in fall for Oak hall is November 15th. 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 Oak hall, VA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak hall is approximately 209 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.
Oak hall, VA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak hall, VA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), direct sowing Poppy (from March 23rd to April 6th), and direct sowing Chervil (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 20th to May 4th), direct sowing Calendula (from April 6th to April 20th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Jute (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 4th to May 18th).