Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Crescent bar, WA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Crescent bar, WA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Crescent bar, WA
The average last frost date in spring for Crescent bar is April 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 12th 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 Crescent bar, WA
The average first frost date in fall for Crescent bar is October 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 Crescent bar, WA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Crescent bar is approximately 170 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.
Crescent bar, WA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Crescent bar, WA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 17th to March 31st), direct sowing Kale (from March 31st to April 14th), starting Thyme seeds indoors (from March 3rd to March 17th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 31st to April 14th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 14th to April 28th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 14th to April 28th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 7th to April 14th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from May 5th to May 19th), direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 5th to May 12th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 5th to May 19th).