Apples
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
π Maine
Planting forecast Β· USDA Zone 4b
Welcome to the planting guide for MONSON. Located in USDA Zone 4b, the average last spring frost here is around May 15. Check today's soil temperature and watering forecast below.
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5-Day Forecast
as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Today
Aug 26
77Β°
/
59Β°
Thu
Aug 27
77Β°
/
62Β°
π§ 100%
Fri
Aug 28
73Β°
/
59Β°
π§ 100%
Sat
Aug 29
72Β°
/
48Β°
Sun
Aug 30
75Β°
/
49Β°
π§ 32%
π§ Watering Forecast
Need: 1.00" / week Β· 5-day outlook
π§ Water as usual
TodayAug 26βοΈ77Β° / 59Β°π§Water
ThuAug 27βοΈ77Β° / 62Β°π§ 100%0.05" rainπ§Water
FriAug 28π§οΈ73Β° / 59Β°π§ 100%0.36" rainπ§οΈSkip
SatAug 29βοΈ72Β° / 48Β°β
Skip
SunAug 30βοΈ75Β° / 49Β°π§ 32%0.02" rainβ
Skip
π Personal Planting Schedule
Based on your zone 4b frost calendar Β· Last spring frost May 15 Β· First fall frost Oct 15
| Plant | π Start Indoors | π± Direct Sow | πͺ΄ Transplant | π₯ Harvest Window | Next Step |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basil | Apr 3145d ago | May 2989d ago | May 2989d ago | Jul 28 β Aug 27 | π |
| Cantaloupe | Apr 17131d ago | May 2989d ago | Jun 582d ago | Aug 12 β Aug 27 | π |
| Lavender | Mar 6173d ago | Aug 206d ago | May 2989d ago | Aug 27 β Oct 15 | π₯ |
| Pumpkin | Apr 24124d ago | May 2989d ago | Jun 582d ago | Aug 27 β Sep 26 | π₯ |
| Sun hemp | β | May 2989d ago | β | Jul 28 β Aug 27 | π |
| Barley | β | May 1117d ago | β | Jun 30 β Aug 29 | π |
| Sunflowers | Apr 24124d ago | May 2296d ago | May 2989d ago | Jul 31 β Aug 30 | π |
| Thyme | Mar 20159d ago | May 2989d ago | May 2296d ago | Aug 20 β Aug 30 | π |
| Brussels sprouts | Apr 17131d ago | May 15103d ago | May 2989d ago | Aug 3 β Sep 2 | π |
| Apples | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Bermuda grass | β | Jun 582d ago | Jun 1473d ago | Aug 4 β Sep 3 | π |
| Blackberries | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Blueberries | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Cedar trees | β | May 15103d ago | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Cherries | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Cherry blossom trees | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Dogwood | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Fescue grass | β | May 1117d ago | β | Jun 15 β Jun 30 | π |
| Fig trees | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Garlic | β | Sep 3in 8d | β | β | π |
| Garlic (fall planting) | β | Sep 3in 8d | β | β | π |
| Grass seed (general) | β | May 15103d ago | β | Jun 14 β Jul 14 | π |
| Hydrangeas | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Magnolia | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 2989d ago | β | π |
| Maple trees | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Onions | Mar 6173d ago | Apr 17131d ago | May 1117d ago | Jul 16 β Aug 15 | π |
| Peaches | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Pears | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Peonies | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Peppers (bell) | Mar 20159d ago | β | Jun 582d ago | Aug 4 β Sep 3 | π |
| Pine trees | β | May 15103d ago | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Plums | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Radishes | β | Apr 17131d ago | β | May 9 β Jun 1 | π |
| Raspberries | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Rhubarb | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 1117d ago | β | π |
| Roses | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | Jul 14 β Aug 13 | π |
| Strawberries | β | Sep 3in 8d | May 15103d ago | Jul 14 β Aug 13 | π |
| Sweet potatoes | Mar 20159d ago | β | Jun 582d ago | Sep 3 β Oct 3 | π₯ |
| Tulips | β | Sep 3in 8d | β | Sep 12 β Oct 15 | π |
| Wheat (home growing interest) β‘ short season | β | May 1117d ago | β | Aug 19 β Oct 15 | π |
| Celery | Feb 20187d ago | Jul 948d ago | May 2989d ago | Sep 6 β Oct 15 | π₯ |
| Corn | β | May 2989d ago | β | Jul 28 β Sep 6 | π |
| Rosemary | Mar 6173d ago | β | May 2989d ago | Aug 17 β Sep 6 | π |
| Tomatoes | Mar 20159d ago | Jul 2334d ago | May 2989d ago | Jul 28 β Sep 6 | π |
| Watermelon | Apr 17131d ago | May 2989d ago | May 2989d ago | Aug 7 β Sep 6 | π |
| Eggplant | Mar 20159d ago | β | Jun 582d ago | Aug 9 β Sep 8 | π |
| Daffodils | β | Sep 17in 22d | β | Sep 12 β Oct 15 | π₯ |
| Lilies | β | May 15103d ago | May 2989d ago | Aug 13 β Sep 12 | π |
| Squash | Apr 17131d ago | May 2989d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jul 18 β Sep 16 | π |
| Oak trees | β | May 15103d ago | May 15103d ago | β | π |
| Onions (sets) | β | Apr 17131d ago | β | Jul 6 β Aug 5 | π |
| Shallots | β | Apr 17131d ago | β | Jul 16 β Aug 15 | π |
| Wildflowers mix | β | May 15103d ago | β | Jul 14 β Aug 13 | π |
| Dahlias | Apr 17131d ago | May 2296d ago | May 2989d ago | Aug 10 β Sep 19 | π |
| Artichokes | Mar 6173d ago | Jul 2334d ago | May 2989d ago | Aug 22 β Sep 26 | π |
| Leeks | Mar 6173d ago | May 1117d ago | May 15103d ago | Aug 9 β Sep 28 | π |
| Microgreens | May 16467d ago | May 15103d ago | β | May 22 β Jun 5 | π |
| Asparagus | Feb 20187d ago | β | May 1117d ago | β | β |
| Avocado | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Beets | Apr 3145d ago | Apr 17131d ago | May 1117d ago | Jun 1 β Jun 21 | β |
| Birch trees | β | β | May 15103d ago | β | β |
| Broccoli | Mar 20159d ago | May 1117d ago | May 1117d ago | Jun 25 β Jul 25 | β |
| Cabbage | Mar 20159d ago | Apr 17131d ago | May 1117d ago | Jun 16 β Jul 26 | β |
| Carrots | β | Apr 24124d ago | β | Jun 23 β Jul 13 | β |
| Cauliflower | Apr 3145d ago | Jul 2334d ago | May 1117d ago | Jun 25 β Aug 9 | β |
| Chives | Mar 20159d ago | May 1117d ago | May 15103d ago | Jul 20 β Jul 30 | β |
| Cilantro | May 1117d ago | May 1117d ago | May 2296d ago | Jun 15 β Jul 10 | β |
| Clover | β | May 1117d ago | β | Jun 30 β Jul 20 | β |
| Cosmos | Apr 3145d ago | May 2296d ago | May 2989d ago | Jul 11 β Aug 20 | β |
| Cucumbers | Apr 17131d ago | May 2989d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jul 18 β Aug 7 | β |
| Dill | β | May 15103d ago | β | Jun 24 β Jul 24 | β |
| Ginger | Feb 20187d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jun 582d ago | β | β |
| Grapes | β | β | May 15103d ago | β | β |
| Green beans | β | May 2989d ago | β | Jul 18 β Aug 7 | β |
| JalapeΓ±os | Mar 20159d ago | β | May 2989d ago | Aug 7 β Aug 22 | β |
| Kale | Apr 3145d ago | Apr 17131d ago | May 1117d ago | Jun 6 β Jun 21 | β |
| Kentucky bluegrass | β | May 1117d ago | β | β | β |
| Lemon trees | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Lemons | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Lettuce | Apr 3145d ago | May 1117d ago | May 8110d ago | May 31 β Jul 5 | β |
| Limes | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Mango | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Marigolds | Apr 3145d ago | May 2296d ago | May 2989d ago | Jul 11 β Aug 10 | β |
| Mint | Mar 20159d ago | May 2989d ago | May 2296d ago | Aug 10 β Aug 20 | β |
| Okra | Apr 17131d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jul 25 β Aug 9 | β |
| Oranges | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Oregano | Mar 20159d ago | May 2989d ago | May 2296d ago | Aug 10 β Aug 20 | β |
| Pansies | Mar 6173d ago | May 1117d ago | Apr 24124d ago | Jul 8 β Jul 23 | β |
| Parsley | Mar 6173d ago | May 1117d ago | May 15103d ago | Jul 10 β Jul 30 | β |
| Peas | β | Apr 3145d ago | β | May 28 β Jun 22 | β |
| Petunias | Mar 6173d ago | β | May 2989d ago | Aug 7 β Aug 22 | β |
| Pineapple | β | β | May 2989d ago | β | β |
| Potatoes | β | Apr 17131d ago | β | Jun 26 β Aug 15 | β |
| Sage | Mar 20159d ago | May 2989d ago | May 2296d ago | Aug 5 β Aug 20 | β |
| Scallions | Mar 6173d ago | Apr 17131d ago | May 1117d ago | Jun 16 β Jul 16 | β |
| Snapdragons | Mar 6173d ago | May 1117d ago | May 1117d ago | Jul 20 β Aug 19 | β |
| Spinach | Apr 3145d ago | Apr 17131d ago | May 1117d ago | May 22 β Jun 6 | β |
| Turmeric | Mar 20159d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jun 582d ago | β | β |
| Zinnias | Apr 17131d ago | May 2296d ago | May 2989d ago | Jul 21 β Aug 5 | β |
| Zucchini | Apr 17131d ago | May 2989d ago | Jun 582d ago | Jul 13 β Jul 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 (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Asparagus
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Avocado
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Barley
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Basil
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Beets
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Bermuda grass
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Birch trees
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Blackberries
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 5β10). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Blueberries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Broccoli
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Brussels sprouts
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cabbage
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cantaloupe
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Carrots
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cauliflower
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cedar trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Celery
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 98 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cherries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cherry blossom trees
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 5β8). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Chives
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cilantro
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Clover
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Corn
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cosmos
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Cucumbers
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Daffodils
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (68Β°F). Root stress possible above 55Β°F.
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 65Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Dahlias
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Dill
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Dogwood
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 5β9). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Eggplant
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Fescue grass
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Fig trees
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Garlic
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (68Β°F). Root stress possible above 55Β°F.
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Garlic (fall planting)
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (68Β°F). Root stress possible above 55Β°F.
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Ginger
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Grapes
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Grass seed (general)
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Green beans
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Hydrangeas
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
JalapeΓ±os
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 4 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 9β12), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~153 days).
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Kale
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Kentucky bluegrass
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Lavender
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 5β10). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Leeks
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Lemon trees
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Lemons
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Lettuce
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Lilies
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Limes
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Magnolia
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Mango
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Maple trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Marigolds
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Microgreens
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Mint
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Oak trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Okra
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Onions
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Onions (sets)
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Oranges
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 9β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Oregano
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Pansies
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Parsley
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Peaches
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 5β9). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Pears
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Peas
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Peonies
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Peppers (bell)
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 4 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 9β12), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~153 days).
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Petunias
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 4 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 9β11), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~153 days).
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Pine trees
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Pineapple
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 10β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Plums
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Potatoes
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Pumpkin
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Radishes
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Raspberries
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Rhubarb
π₯ RISK
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Rosemary
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 7β11). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Roses
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Sage
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Scallions
β
YES
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Shallots
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Snapdragons
π₯ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 4 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 7β10), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~153 days).
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 75Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Spinach
π₯ RISK
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 56 days to establish).
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 70Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Squash
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Strawberries
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Sun hemp
β οΈ RISK
- Note: USDA zone 4 is colder than the recommended range (Zone 8β13), but as an annual it can still grow during your frost-free season (~153 days).
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Sunflowers
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Sweet potatoes
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 75Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Thyme
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 5β9). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Tomatoes
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Tulips
π₯ RISK
- Soil is very warm (68Β°F). Root stress possible above 50Β°F.
- Too hot (77.43Β°F) for this heat-sensitive plant. Optimal max is 65Β°F.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Turmeric
β NO
- Your Zone (4) is outside this plant's hardiness range (Zone 8β12). This perennial cannot survive winter here.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Watermelon
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Wheat (home growing interest)
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Wildflowers mix
β
YES
- Conditions look good! Soil and air temperatures are within range.
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Zinnias
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 70 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT
Zucchini
β οΈ RISK
- Soil is marginal (68Β°F). Optimal starts at 70Β°F β slower germination likely.
- π Fall planting window is OPEN! Plant now β 49 days before first frost (needs 84 days to establish).
π‘ Forecast as of Aug 26, 14:00 EDT