Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Sequim, WA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Sequim, WA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Sequim, WA
The average last frost date in spring for Sequim 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 Sequim, WA
The average first frost date in fall for Sequim is November 10th. 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 Sequim, WA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Sequim is approximately 199 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.
Sequim, WA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Sequim, WA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from March 28th to April 11th), direct sowing California Poppy (from March 28th to April 11th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from April 11th to May 9th), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 4th to April 11th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 11th to April 25th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from May 2nd to May 16th), direct sowing Sesame (from May 9th to May 23rd), and direct sowing Corn (from May 9th to May 16th).