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East Lothian Frost Dates & Growing Season
Here's the frost forecast for the next three days (last updated on December 8th, 2025 6:08 AM).
Dec 8th
Safe
Dec 9th
Safe
Dec 10th
Safe
Last Frost Date (Spring)
The average last frost date for East Lothian is May 1st. We recommend waiting until May 15th before planting tender crops outdoors.
First Frost Date (Autumn)
The average first frost date for East Lothian is November 10th.
Growing Season
Based on historical data, the growing season in East Lothian is approximately 193 days long.
East Lothian Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting.
East Lothian Monthly Gardening Guide
February
In February, you can start Petunia indoors, start French Lavender indoors, start Leek indoors, start Artichoke indoors, and start Lavender indoors.
March
In March, you can start Marigold indoors, start Kale indoors, start Moonflower indoors, start Rue indoors, and start Coleus indoors.
April
In April, you can sow Lettuce outside, sow Bok Choy outside, sow Poppy outside, sow Parsley outside, and sow California Poppy outside.
May
In May, you can sow Anise outside, sow Pumpkin outside, sow Lemon Balm outside, sow Moss Rose outside, and sow Runner Bean outside.