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Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders is May 10th. We recommend waiting until May 24th before planting tender crops outdoors.
First Frost Date (Autumn)
The average first frost date for Scottish Borders is October 25th.
Growing Season
Based on historical data, the growing season in Scottish Borders is approximately 168 days long.
Scottish Borders Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting.
Scottish Borders Monthly Gardening Guide
March
In March, you can start Brussel Sprout indoors, start Marigold indoors, start Tomatillo indoors, start Petunia indoors, and start Onion indoors.
April
In April, you can sow Hyssop outside, sow Parsley outside, sow Quinoa outside, sow Swiss Chard outside, and sow German Chamomile outside.
May
In May, you can sow Gladiolus outside, sow Watermelon outside, sow Lemon Balm outside, sow Zucchini outside, and sow Runner Bean outside.