In Tompkins County, the last average frost date is May 18, and the first average fall frost is September 28, according to the Farmer's Almanac. The chart below shows dates various popular garden vegetables can be planted as seeds, sets or transplants.
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* Indicates variety is transplanted
(x) Indicates variety may be transplanted or
seeded. If transplanted probably should be later than date given.
(t) Indicates variety may be transplants, sets or seed.
As early as garden may be worked in spring or about April 15. |
After the date of the last average frost in Ithaca area (May 14). |
After the soil has become warm in spring-June 1. |
Beets
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Beans
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Basil
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See what is suggested to plant from June 10 - Sept. 10.
Last updated July 3, 2024