Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Tampico, WA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Tampico, WA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Tampico, WA
The average last frost date in spring for Tampico is June 6th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 20th 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 Tampico, WA
The average first frost date in fall for Tampico is October 5th. 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 Tampico, WA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Tampico is approximately 121 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.
Tampico, WA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Tampico, WA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from April 11th to April 25th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from April 11th to April 25th), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from April 11th to April 25th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from May 23rd to June 6th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from May 9th to May 23rd), and direct sowing Chervil (from May 9th to May 23rd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from June 20th to June 27th), direct sowing Black Bean (from June 20th to July 4th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from June 13th to June 27th).