Wayne County, GA — Planting Guide
Wayne County is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is March 1 and the first fall frost is November 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 268 days.
At an elevation of 473 ft, Wayne County receives approximately 61.9 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 90°F with winter lows around 35°F. The predominant soil type is Sandy Loam.
🌡️ Zone
9a (20°F to 25°F min)
❄️ Last Frost
March 1
🍂 First Frost
November 24
📅 Growing Season
268 days
⛰️ Elevation
473 ft
🌧️ Annual Rainfall
61.9 in
Wayne County, GA
Long season
268 days
Last Spring Frost
March 1
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268 growing days
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First Fall Frost
November 24
Wayne County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Zone 9a
Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Mar 1
First Frost: Nov 24
Soil & Growing Conditions in Wayne County
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Warms quickly and drains well. Add organic matter regularly to retain nutrients.
Watering Needs
With 61.9 inches of annual rainfall, supplemental watering is typically only needed during summer dry spells.
Season Tips
268-day frost-free season
Your long season supports multiple successions and heat-demanding crops like melons, sweet potatoes, and peppers. Plant warm-season crops as soon as soil warms.
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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Wayne County
114 vegetables that grow well in Zone 9a with planting dates for Wayne County.
Show all 114 vegetables with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 31 – Jul 5 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 26 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 27 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – May 3 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Jun 21 – Aug 16 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Mar 8 | — | — | Jun 7 – Jul 26 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 17 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 3 – Jun 14 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 17 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 31 – Jul 26 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 12 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 3 – Jun 28 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 31 – Jul 26 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jul 19 – Aug 30 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 17 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 28 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Jun 14 – Jul 19 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 24 – Jul 19 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 3 – Jun 14 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 14 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 24 – Jul 5 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 3 – Jun 14 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – May 24 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 31 – Jul 5 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 28 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 10 – Jul 5 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 10 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | Jul 12 – Sep 13 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – May 3 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 31 – Jul 5 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 24 – Jul 5 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 19 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 19 – May 24 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – May 24 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 17 – Jun 28 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 | Jan 12 – Jun 29 | 90–240 |
| Ginger | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Nov 8 – Jan 3 | 240–300 |
| Green Beans | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jul 19 – Sep 27 | 120–180 |
| Hot Peppers | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Aug 23 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 21 – Jul 26 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jul 12 – Sep 20 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 5 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 19 – May 17 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Mar 8 | — | — | Jun 7 – Jul 12 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 19 – May 24 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – May 10 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 31 – Aug 16 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 24 – Jul 5 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 14 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 10 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 21 – Aug 23 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Aug 23 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 17 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – May 31 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 5 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 19 – Jun 14 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – May 3 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – May 31 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – May 31 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 31 – Jul 19 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 10 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | May 24 – Jul 5 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Apr 26 – May 24 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 26 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 26 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 17 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 3 – Jun 7 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | 22–35 |
| Romanesco | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 17 – Jun 28 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | May 3 – Jun 7 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | May 24 – Jul 5 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 10 – Jul 5 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – May 24 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 14 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | May 31 – Jul 19 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 31 – Jul 26 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 5 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 28 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 31 – Jul 26 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jul 5 – Aug 30 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 10 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 26 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – May 10 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–85 |
| Turmeric | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Nov 8 – Jan 3 | 240–300 |
| Turnip | — | Feb 8 | — | Sep 29 | Mar 22 – Apr 26 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Mar 1 | Sep 29 | Apr 12 – May 17 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 5 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Mar 8 | — | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 26 | 90–120 |
| Yam | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Sep 6 – Jan 3 | 180–330 |
| Yard Long Beans | Jan 18 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 14 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Feb 1 | Mar 1 | Mar 8 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Wayne County
24 fruits that grow well in Zone 9a with planting dates for Wayne County.
Show all 24 fruits with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jun 14 – Sep 27 | 90–180 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Mar 15 | — | May 24 – Jun 28 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Dragon Fruit | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Elderberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Figs | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Mar 15 | — | May 24 – Jul 19 | 65–80 |
| Guava | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jun 7 – Jul 19 | 80–110 |
| Kiwi | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Loquat | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Passion Fruit | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 365–545 |
| Pawpaw | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Persimmon | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Quince | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Raspberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Mar 15 | — | Jun 14 – Jan 10 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Wayne County
37 herbs that grow well in Zone 9a with planting dates for Wayne County.
Show all 37 herbs with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anise | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | May 24 – Aug 9 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jul 5 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Aug 23 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 19 – Jun 7 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 12 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jul 5 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Cumin | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Jun 7 – Aug 9 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jul 5 | 60–90 |
| Feverfew | — | — | Mar 8 | — | Jun 7 – Aug 23 | 90–120 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 24 – Jul 19 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 19 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 28 | 60–70 |
| Lemon Thyme | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 19 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Verbena | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Lemongrass | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | May 24 – Aug 23 | 75–120 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 26 – Jun 28 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 31 – Oct 18 | 80–180 |
| Rue | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 19 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 24 – Jul 19 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Sep 29 | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 40–60 |
| Stevia | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Tarragon | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Jan 18 | Mar 8 | Mar 8 | — | May 3 – Jul 5 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | Mar 8 | — | May 17 – Jul 19 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | Mar 8 | — | Jul 12 – Oct 18 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Wayne County
49 flowers that grow well in Zone 9a with planting dates for Wayne County.
Show all 49 flowers with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Jan 18 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 12 – Sep 27 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Oct 27 | Nov 24 – Dec 15 | 28–42 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Sep 29 | Oct 6 – Nov 3 | 90–120 |
| Bachelor's Button | — | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Sep 15 | Mar 29 – Jul 19 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Dec 21 | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Oct 18 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Sep 13 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | — | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Sep 1 | Mar 15 – Jul 19 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | — | — | Sep 1 | Nov 10 – Mar 16 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Feb 1 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 19 – Oct 25 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 12 – Sep 13 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Feb 1 | Feb 1 | Feb 1 | — | Apr 12 – Sep 27 | 60–90 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Oct 27 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | — | Mar 1 | Mar 1 | — | May 10 – Nov 8 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Oct 11 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Jan 4 | Jan 4 | Jan 4 | — | Feb 22 – Apr 26 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Sep 13 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | 80–120 |
| Freesia | — | — | — | Oct 13 | Oct 27 – Nov 24 | 84–112 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Jan 18 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Oct 25 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Dec 21 | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Oct 18 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Mar 1 | Mar 1 | — | May 10 – Nov 8 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Aug 16 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Oct 27 | Oct 27 – Nov 17 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Aug 16 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Oct 11 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | Feb 15 | — | Apr 5 – May 10 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | — | — | Sep 15 | Nov 24 – Mar 16 | 60–90 |
| Lavender | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Aug 2 | 90–120 |
| Lilies | — | Division | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Aug 2 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Jan 4 | — | Jan 4 | — | Mar 1 – Mar 29 | 70–80 |
| Marigolds | Jan 25 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 12 – Sep 13 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – Oct 4 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Dec 21 | — | Feb 1 | Sep 1 | Mar 22 – Jun 21 | 70–90 |
| Petunia | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Sep 27 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Feb 1 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 5 – Oct 11 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Sep 29 | Oct 13 – Nov 10 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Oct 11 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Jan 4 | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Oct 4 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Jan 4 | — | Feb 15 | — | Jun 7 – Aug 16 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | — | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Sep 1 | Apr 5 – Aug 2 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Oct 4 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | — | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Sep 15 | Mar 8 – Jun 21 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | — | — | — | Sep 15 | Nov 24 – Jan 19 | 65–85 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Dec 21 | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Oct 18 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Jan 4 | Feb 15 | Feb 15 | — | Apr 12 – Aug 30 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Oct 4 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Wayne County
Gardening Guides & Resources
Helpful guides from The Ultimate Homestead to improve your garden in Wayne County.
Frequently Asked Questions
What planting zone is Wayne County, GA?
Wayne County is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. This zone classification determines which perennial plants survive winter and sets the baseline for frost timing across the county.
When is the last frost in Wayne County, GA?
Based on 30 years of NOAA weather station data, the median last spring frost in Wayne County falls around March 1. Plan transplants and direct-sow dates relative to this date.
When is the first fall frost in Wayne County, GA?
The median first fall frost in Wayne County arrives around November 24. Harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops — tomatoes, peppers, basil, squash — before this date.
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