Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Gleed, WA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Gleed, WA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Gleed, WA
The average last frost date in spring for Gleed is May 4th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 18th 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 Gleed, WA
The average first frost date in fall for Gleed is October 7th. 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 Gleed, WA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Gleed is approximately 156 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.
Gleed, WA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Gleed, WA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 13th to April 20th), direct sowing Hyssop (from April 20th to May 4th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from April 20th to May 4th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 18th to June 1st), and direct sowing Jute (from May 18th to June 1st).