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Newark and Sherwood Frost Dates & Growing Season
Here's the frost forecast for the next three days (last updated on December 8th, 2025 6:00 AM).
Dec 8th
Safe
Dec 9th
Safe
Dec 10th
Safe
Last Frost Date (Spring)
The average last frost date for Newark and Sherwood is April 25th. We recommend waiting until May 9th before planting tender crops outdoors.
First Frost Date (Autumn)
The average first frost date for Newark and Sherwood is November 15th.
Growing Season
Based on historical data, the growing season in Newark and Sherwood is approximately 204 days long.
Newark and Sherwood Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting.
Newark and Sherwood Monthly Gardening Guide
February
In February, you can start Pepper indoors, start Tomatillo indoors, start Leek indoors, start Lavender indoors, and start Oregano indoors.
March
In March, you can start Brussel Sprout indoors, sow Poppy outside, sow Crimson Clover outside, sow Watercress outside, and sow Sweet Pea outside.
April
In April, you can sow Carrot outside, sow Lentil outside, sow Babys Breath outside, sow Calendula outside, and start Pumpkin indoors.
May
In May, you can sow Hollyhock outside, sow Mung Bean outside, sow Jute outside, sow Anise outside, and sow Chia outside.