Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in South cle elum, WA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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South cle elum, WA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for South cle elum, WA
The average last frost date in spring for South cle elum is June 3rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 17th 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 South cle elum, WA
The average first frost date in fall for South cle elum 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 South cle elum, WA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in South cle elum is approximately 109 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.
South cle elum, WA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
South cle elum, WA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 22nd to May 6th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 8th to April 22nd), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Chives (from May 6th to May 20th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 20th to June 3rd), and direct sowing Potato (from May 6th to May 20th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from June 17th to July 1st), direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 17th to July 1st), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 17th to July 1st).