Apples
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
π Massachusetts
Planting forecast Β· USDA Zone 6a
Welcome to the planting guide for SUDBURY. Located in USDA Zone 6a, the average last spring frost here is around April 15. Check today's soil temperature and watering forecast below.
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π
5-Day Forecast
as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Today
Aug 25
76Β°
/
63Β°
Wed
Aug 26
82Β°
/
60Β°
Thu
Aug 27
84Β°
/
60Β°
π§ 94%
Fri
Aug 28
79Β°
/
67Β°
π§ 100%
Sat
Aug 29
79Β°
/
58Β°
π§ Watering Forecast
Need: 1.00" / week Β· 5-day outlook
π§ Water as usual
TodayAug 25βοΈ76Β° / 63Β°π§Water
WedAug 26βοΈ82Β° / 60Β°π§Water
ThuAug 27βοΈ84Β° / 60Β°π§ 94%0.04" rainπ§Water
FriAug 28π§οΈ79Β° / 67Β°π§ 100%0.19" rainπ§Water
SatAug 29βοΈ79Β° / 58Β°π§Water
π Personal Planting Schedule
Based on your zone 6a frost calendar Β· Last spring frost Apr 15 Β· First fall frost Nov 12
| Plant | π Start Indoors | π± Direct Sow | πͺ΄ Transplant | π₯ Harvest Window | Next Step |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artichokes | Feb 4202d ago | Aug 205d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 23 β Aug 27 | π |
| Pumpkin | Mar 25153d ago | Apr 29118d ago | May 6111d ago | Jul 28 β Aug 27 | π |
| Leeks | Feb 4202d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 15132d ago | Jul 10 β Aug 29 | π |
| Beets | Mar 4174d ago | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 1146d ago | May 2 β May 22 | π |
| Chives | Feb 18188d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 15132d ago | Jun 20 β Jun 30 | π |
| Kale | Mar 4174d ago | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 1146d ago | May 7 β May 22 | π |
| Marigolds | Mar 4174d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jun 11 β Jul 11 | π |
| Mint | Feb 18188d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Jul 11 β Jul 21 | π |
| Oregano | Feb 18188d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Jul 11 β Jul 21 | π |
| Peas | β | Mar 4174d ago | β | Apr 28 β May 23 | π |
| Sage | Feb 18188d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Jul 6 β Jul 21 | π |
| Sun hemp | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | Jun 28 β Jul 28 | π |
| Sweet potatoes | Feb 18188d ago | β | May 6111d ago | Aug 4 β Sep 3 | π |
| Thyme | Feb 18188d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Jul 21 β Jul 31 | π |
| Zinnias | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jun 21 β Jul 6 | π |
| Celery | Jan 21216d ago | Aug 619d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Aug 7 β Sep 16 | π |
| Cilantro | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 22125d ago | May 16 β Jun 10 | π |
| Clover | β | Apr 1146d ago | β | May 31 β Jun 20 | π |
| Dill | β | Apr 15132d ago | β | May 25 β Jun 24 | π |
| Kentucky bluegrass | β | Apr 1146d ago | β | Sep 28 β Nov 12 | π |
| Lavender | Feb 4202d ago | Sep 17in 23d | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 28 β Nov 12 | π |
| Lettuce | Mar 4174d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 8139d ago | May 1 β Jun 5 | π |
| Pansies | Feb 4202d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Mar 25153d ago | Jun 8 β Jun 23 | π |
| Spinach | Mar 4174d ago | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 22 β May 7 | π |
| Apples | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Barley | β | Apr 1146d ago | β | May 31 β Jul 30 | π |
| Blackberries | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Blueberries | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Cedar trees | β | Apr 15132d ago | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Cherries | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Cherry blossom trees | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Dogwood | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Fescue grass | β | Apr 1146d ago | β | May 16 β May 31 | π |
| Fig trees | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Garlic | β | Oct 1in 37d | β | Nov 11 β Nov 12 | π |
| Garlic (fall planting) | β | Oct 1in 37d | β | Nov 11 β Nov 12 | π |
| Grass seed (general) | β | Apr 15132d ago | β | May 15 β Jun 14 | π |
| Hydrangeas | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Magnolia | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 29118d ago | β | π |
| Maple trees | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Onions | Feb 4202d ago | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Jun 16 β Jul 16 | π |
| Peaches | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Pears | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Peonies | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Pine trees | β | Apr 15132d ago | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Plums | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Radishes | β | Mar 18160d ago | β | Apr 9 β May 2 | π |
| Raspberries | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Rhubarb | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 1146d ago | β | π |
| Roses | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | Jun 14 β Jul 14 | π |
| Strawberries | β | Oct 1in 37d | Apr 15132d ago | Jun 14 β Jul 14 | π |
| Tulips | β | Oct 1in 37d | β | Aug 13 β Oct 12 | π |
| Wheat (home growing interest) β‘ short season | β | Apr 1146d ago | β | Jul 20 β Nov 12 | π |
| Daffodils | β | Oct 15in 51d | β | Aug 13 β Oct 12 | π |
| Lilies | β | Apr 15132d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 14 β Aug 13 | π |
| Oak trees | β | Apr 15132d ago | Apr 15132d ago | β | π |
| Onions (sets) | β | Mar 18160d ago | β | Jun 6 β Jul 6 | π |
| Shallots | β | Mar 18160d ago | β | Jun 16 β Jul 16 | π |
| Wildflowers mix | β | Apr 15132d ago | β | Jun 14 β Jul 14 | π |
| Microgreens | Apr 16496d ago | Apr 15132d ago | β | Apr 22 β May 6 | π |
| Asparagus | Jan 21216d ago | β | Apr 1146d ago | β | β |
| Avocado | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Basil | Mar 4174d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jun 28 β Jul 28 | β |
| Bermuda grass | β | May 6111d ago | May 15102d ago | Jul 5 β Aug 4 | β |
| Birch trees | β | β | Apr 15132d ago | β | β |
| Broccoli | Feb 18188d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 1146d ago | May 26 β Jun 25 | β |
| Brussels sprouts | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 15132d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 4 β Aug 3 | β |
| Cabbage | Feb 18188d ago | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 1146d ago | May 17 β Jun 26 | β |
| Cantaloupe | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 29118d ago | May 6111d ago | Jul 13 β Jul 28 | β |
| Carrots | β | Mar 25153d ago | β | May 24 β Jun 13 | β |
| Cauliflower | Mar 4174d ago | Aug 205d ago | Apr 1146d ago | May 26 β Jul 10 | β |
| Corn | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | Jun 28 β Aug 7 | β |
| Cosmos | Mar 4174d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jun 11 β Jul 21 | β |
| Cucumbers | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 29118d ago | May 6111d ago | Jun 18 β Jul 8 | β |
| Dahlias | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 11 β Aug 20 | β |
| Eggplant | Feb 18188d ago | β | May 6111d ago | Jul 10 β Aug 9 | β |
| Ginger | Jan 21216d ago | May 6111d ago | May 6111d ago | β | β |
| Grapes | β | β | Apr 15132d ago | β | β |
| Green beans | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | Jun 18 β Jul 8 | β |
| JalapeΓ±os | Feb 18188d ago | β | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 8 β Jul 23 | β |
| Lemon trees | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Lemons | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Limes | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Mango | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Okra | Mar 18160d ago | May 6111d ago | May 6111d ago | Jun 25 β Jul 10 | β |
| Oranges | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Parsley | Feb 4202d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 15132d ago | Jun 10 β Jun 30 | β |
| Peppers (bell) | Feb 18188d ago | β | May 6111d ago | Jul 5 β Aug 4 | β |
| Petunias | Feb 4202d ago | β | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 8 β Jul 23 | β |
| Pineapple | β | β | Apr 29118d ago | β | β |
| Potatoes | β | Mar 18160d ago | β | May 27 β Jul 16 | β |
| Rosemary | Feb 4202d ago | β | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 18 β Aug 7 | β |
| Scallions | Feb 4202d ago | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 1146d ago | May 17 β Jun 16 | β |
| Snapdragons | Feb 4202d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Apr 1146d ago | Jun 20 β Jul 20 | β |
| Squash | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 29118d ago | May 6111d ago | Jun 18 β Aug 17 | β |
| Sunflowers | Mar 25153d ago | Apr 22125d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 1 β Jul 31 | β |
| Tomatoes | Feb 18188d ago | Aug 205d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jun 28 β Aug 7 | β |
| Turmeric | Feb 18188d ago | May 6111d ago | May 6111d ago | β | β |
| Watermelon | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Apr 29118d ago | Jul 8 β Aug 7 | β |
| Zucchini | Mar 18160d ago | Apr 29118d ago | May 6111d ago | Jun 13 β Jun 28 | β |
Apr 7 Today Apr 14 Within 2 weeks May 1 Upcoming Mar 15 Passed β¦ Date adjusted by weather/forecast
Artichokes
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Asparagus
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Avocado
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Barley
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Basil
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Beets
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Bermuda grass
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Birch trees
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Blackberries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Blueberries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Broccoli
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Brussels sprouts
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cabbage
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cantaloupe
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Carrots
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cauliflower
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cedar trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Celery
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 98 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cherries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cherry blossom trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Chives
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cilantro
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Clover
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Corn
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cosmos
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Cucumbers
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Daffodils
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (69.5Β°F). Root stress possible above 55Β°F.
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 65Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Dahlias
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Dill
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Dogwood
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Eggplant
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Fescue grass
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Fig trees
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Garlic
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (69.5Β°F). Root stress possible above 55Β°F.
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Garlic (fall planting)
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (69.5Β°F). Root stress possible above 55Β°F.
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Ginger
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Grapes
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Grass seed (general)
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Green beans
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Hydrangeas
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
JalapeΓ±os
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 6 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 9β12), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~211 days).
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Kale
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Kentucky bluegrass
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Lavender
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Leeks
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Lemon trees
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Lemons
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Lettuce
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Lilies
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Limes
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Magnolia
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Mango
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Maple trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Marigolds
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Microgreens
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Mint
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Oak trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Okra
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Onions
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Onions (sets)
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Oranges
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Oregano
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Pansies
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Parsley
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Peaches
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Pears
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Peas
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Peonies
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Peppers (bell)
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 6 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 9β12), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~211 days).
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Petunias
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 6 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 9β11), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~211 days).
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Pine trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Pineapple
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 10β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Plums
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Potatoes
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Pumpkin
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Radishes
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Raspberries
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Rhubarb
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Rosemary
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Roses
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Sage
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Scallions
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Shallots
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Snapdragons
π₯ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 6 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 7β10), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~211 days).
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Spinach
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Squash
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Strawberries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Sun hemp
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 6 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 8β13), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~211 days).
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Sunflowers
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Sweet potatoes
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Thyme
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Tomatoes
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Tulips
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (69.5Β°F). Root stress possible above 50Β°F.
- Too hot (75.51Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 65Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Turmeric
β NO
- Your Zone (6) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Watermelon
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Wheat (home growing interest)
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Wildflowers mix
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Zinnias
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT
Zucchini
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (69.5Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 78 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 25, 14:00 EDT