Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Loon lake, WA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Loon lake, WA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Loon lake, WA
The average last frost date in spring for Loon lake is May 21st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 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 Loon lake, WA
The average first frost date in fall for Loon lake is September 20th. 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 Loon lake, WA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Loon lake is approximately 122 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.
Loon lake, WA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Loon lake, WA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 26th to April 9th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 12th to March 26th), and starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from March 26th to April 9th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from April 9th to April 23rd), direct sowing Chervil (from April 23rd to May 7th), and direct sowing Spinach (from April 9th to April 23rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from May 28th to June 11th), direct sowing Anise (from May 28th to June 4th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 21st to June 4th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 4th to June 18th), direct sowing Black Bean (from June 4th to June 18th), and direct sowing Jute (from June 4th to June 18th).