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Sledge, MS — Planting Guide for June

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Tunica County, Mississippi Zone 8a June

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Avg. last frost March 20
Avg. first frost November 5
Soil temp (4") 81°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.3 hrs
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Sledge gardens in a wet, humid climate (53" annually). Cool-season crops like peas, lettuce, kale, and brassicas thrive in spring and fall. The biggest challenges are fungal disease and humidity-loving pests in summer — leaf spot, blight, squash bugs, vine borers. Drip irrigation (not overhead), wide plant spacing for air circulation, and disease-resistant varieties make the difference.

The dominant soil here is Clay Loam — holds water well but slow to warm in spring and prone to compaction. Raised beds and generous compost transform what's available into productive growing space.

Drought pressure is moderate (19.9 weeks/year on average). Mulching and drip irrigation pay for themselves quickly.

🌡️ USDA Zone

8a (10°F to 15°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

March 20

🍂 Avg. First Frost

November 5

📅 Growing Season

230 days

🌧️ Climate

Humid 52.6" annual

💨 Wind

Unknown 0.0 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

19.9 wk/yr trend stable

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Sledge, MS Long season
230 days
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Last Spring Frost March 20
➔ 230 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost November 5

Monthly Watering Calendar for Sledge

When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.

Quick context: Watering math is simple: 1 inch of rainfall delivers ~600 gallons to a 1,000 sq ft garden. Sledge's 53" annual rainfall covers some months entirely; others need a few hours of drip irrigation per week. The calendar tells you which is which.

1"/wk 0" 1.5" 3" 4.4" 5.9" Jan 4.5" Feb 4.1" Mar 4.3" +0.7" Apr 3.6" May 4.2" Jun 4.1" Jul 5.9" Aug 4.8" +0.9" Sep 3.4" +0.7" Oct 3.6" +0.6" Nov 3.7" Dec 3.7"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 4.5 in 9 days — None
Feb 4.1 in 8 days 0.2 in Low
Mar 4.3 in 8 days — Low
Apr 3.6 in 7 days 0.7 in Moderate
May 4.2 in 9 days 0.1 in Low
Jun 4.1 in 12 days 0.2 in Low
Jul 5.9 in 10 days — Low
Aug 4.8 in 9 days — Low
Sep 3.4 in 8 days 0.9 in Moderate
Oct 3.6 in 7 days 0.7 in Moderate
Nov 3.7 in 8 days 0.6 in Moderate
Dec 3.7 in 9 days — None

Annual total: 49.9 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.

Sledge Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay Loam

Soil pH

5.6-6.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Frost Risk Probability

Based on 29 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations

Too early frost risk Safe to Plant Mar 20 → Nov 5 230 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: Apr 10 Protect by: Nov 26

Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.

How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.

Planting Strategy Last Spring Frost First Fall Frost Frost-Free Days
Conservative (safest) Apr 10 Nov 26 230 days
Cautious Mar 27 Nov 13 231 days
Average year Mar 20 Nov 5 230 days
Optimistic Mar 11 Oct 30 233 days
Aggressive (risky) Mar 3 Oct 23 234 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±38 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.

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Is the growing season changing?

Yes — growing seasons are getting shorter here (about 1.3 days per decade). Use the "Conservative" dates and choose fast-maturing varieties.

Gardening Difficulty Score

64 Good
Frost Timing Risk
10.0/10
Drought Risk
3.5/10
Soil Difficulty
1.0/10
Altitude Challenge
0.0/10
Climate Shift
5.1/10
Rainfall Challenge
2.0/10

Tunica County offers good growing conditions. A little planning around frost dates goes a long way.

Zone 8a Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Mar 20 First Frost: Nov 5

Local Gardening Help in Tunica County

Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Tunica County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Tunica County Mississippi State University Extension Extension Office

Phone: 662-325-3935

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Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.

Master Gardener Program

Free gardening help from trained volunteers

Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.

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Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.

Soil Testing

Available through your extension office

Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.

Request a Soil Test →

Services Available in Tunica County

Soil testing Pest identification Gardening workshops
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Tunica County

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Tunica County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.

How to Find Them

Search for "nurseries near Tunica County MS" or "garden center Tunica County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.

Community gardens & gardening groups

Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Tunica County MS" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Tunica County Gardeners" or "Mississippi Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.

What to Plant After Your Harvest

After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.

After Squash (Winter) (harvest ends Aug 21) 76 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Cauliflower (harvest ends Jul 17) 111 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Zucchini (harvest ends Jul 17) 111 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
After Basil (harvest ends Jul 31) 97 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
After Pole Beans (harvest ends Jul 24) 104 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Beets (harvest ends Jun 12) 146 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
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After Sweet Corn (harvest ends Jul 3) 125 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Snap Peas (harvest ends Jul 24) 104 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Eggplant (harvest ends Aug 14) 83 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Chard (harvest ends Jul 3) 125 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Melon (harvest ends Jul 31) 97 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Hot Peppers (harvest ends Sep 18) 48 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Crocus 10-20d Hyacinths 14-28d

Sunlight & Day Length in Sledge

Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.

For new gardeners: Day length triggers flowering in many crops. Some need short days (sweet potatoes), some long (most flowers), and some are day-neutral (most modern tomatoes). Sledge's latitude determines which varieties fit your beds.

Longest Day

14.3 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

9.7 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

8.2 hr/day peak (summer)

Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.

14hr 12hr 3h 6h 10h 13h 16h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) Peak sun hours (direct sunlight after cloud cover) ▪ Gold zone = long day (14+ hr) ▪ Blue zone = short day (<12 hr)

Onion tip: Day-neutral onion varieties like Candy, Cabernet, and Sierra Blanca perform best in your day-length range.

View detailed monthly data
MonthDaylight HoursPeak Sun HoursDay Length
January 9.9 hr 5 hr Short day
February 10.7 hr 5.5 hr Short day
March 11.7 hr 6.4 hr Short day
April 12.9 hr 7.5 hr Neutral
May 13.8 hr 8.2 hr Neutral
June 14.3 hr 8 hr Long day
July 14.1 hr 7.6 hr Long day
August 13.3 hr 7.3 hr Neutral
September 12.2 hr 7.1 hr Neutral
October 11.1 hr 6.9 hr Short day
November 10.1 hr 5.3 hr Short day
December 9.7 hr 4.9 hr Short day

Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.

Soil Temperature & Composting in Sledge

Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.

Quick context: Air temperature lies. Your air can be 70°F in April but the soil 4 inches down is still 50°F — too cold for tomatoes or peppers to root properly. Sledge's soil temperature curve tells you the real planting window. A $5 soil thermometer pays for itself in one season.

Plant Warm Crops When

Soil reaches 60°F+

Soil warm enough from Apr through Nov.

Best Month to Compost

May

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

9 months

Nearly year-round composting.

60°F 70°F 30° 50° 70° 90° 110° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
4" depth 8" depth - - - 60°F (corn, beans) - - - 70°F (tomatoes, peppers)
View detailed monthly data
MonthSoil 4" DeepSoil 8" DeepCompost ActivityTime to Finish
Jan 46°F 52°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Feb 46°F 50°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Mar 51°F 54°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Apr 61°F 62°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
May 73°F 70°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jun 81°F 80°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 91°F 83°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 91°F 86°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 84°F 85°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 75°F 77°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Nov 61°F 67°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Dec 49°F 58°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks

Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.

Pest & Disease Pressure in Sledge

Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.

Why this matters: Pest and disease pressure is the X-factor most beginners under-plan for. Sledge's climate determines whether you can mostly "plant and see" or whether you need a pest-management routine from the first seedling.

Insect Pest Pressure

7.4 / 10

High — expect multiple pest generations. Preventative measures essential.

Disease Risk

8.4 / 10

High fungal/bacterial risk. Space plants for airflow, water at soil level.

Seasonal Risk

Spring High
Summer High
Fall High
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak Months
Aphids High Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Squash vine borers Moderate May, Jun, Jul
Stink bugs High Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Whiteflies Moderate May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Spider mites Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Fire ants Low Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Organic pest management tips
  • Install physical barriers: floating row covers, copper tape for slugs, mesh netting
  • Apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for caterpillar control — safe for beneficial insects
  • Use kaolin clay spray to deter a wide range of insects on fruiting crops
  • Release beneficial insects: ladybugs for aphids, parasitic wasps for caterpillars
  • Apply neem oil weekly during high-pressure months
  • Mulch heavily (3-4 inches) to reduce soil-borne disease splash

Cover Crops for Sledge

Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.

The practical takeaway: Why not just leave bare soil? Weed seeds, erosion, nutrient leaching, and crust formation. A cover crop solves all of these for the cost of seeds and one mowing.

Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Mar 22 Sep 10 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Cowpeas (southern peas) Mar 28 Sep 3 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible
Sorghum-sudan grass Mar 28 Sep 10 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Feb 22 Aug 27 ✓ Yes Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Sunflowers Apr 20 Oct 22 — Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Austrian winter peas Aug 26 Mar 6 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Sep 4 Feb 27 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Sep 7 Mar 6 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 17 Mar 6 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Oct 3 Mar 6 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Aug 10 Mar 6 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Aug 14 Feb 27 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Sledge

The practical takeaway: Pollinators avoid windy days. Sledge's 0.0 mph average wind isn't enough to stop bees and butterflies — but plant fruiting crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) in protected microclimates and you'll see noticeably better fruit set.

Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 9 mph   Summer: 7 mph

Fall: 8 mph   Winter: 8 mph

Prevailing wind: SW. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.

Windbreak Benefit

2.6/10

Low need — wind is not a major factor in your garden planning.

Frost Pocket Risk

Low

Relatively flat terrain (218 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.

Rainwater Harvesting in Sledge

How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.

Quick context: Rainwater is unchlorinated, unfluoridated, and at ambient temperature — plants actually prefer it. Sledge's 53" annual rainfall means even a small 50-gallon barrel catches enough for a few weeks of garden watering between storms.

Annual Collection

24,870 gal

Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)

Recommended Setup

6 rain barrels (55 gal each)

For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 500 gal tank.

Legal Status

Unrestricted

Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.

Best Collection Months

Jan, Mar, Jul, Aug

Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.

Months to Draw From Storage

Apr, Sep, Oct

Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.

Rainwater collection tips for your area
  • Your county receives approximately 49.9 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 24,870 gallons annually
  • Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
  • Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Apr, Sep, Oct)
  • Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection

🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Sledge

114 vegetables matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Sledge.

Show all 114 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 26 – Jul 31 80–100
Amaranth Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Aug 21 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 3 — Aug 7 – Oct 16 120–180
Arugula Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Beets — Mar 6 — Aug 27 May 1 – May 29 50–70
Belgian Endive Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jul 10 – Sep 4 110–150
Bitter Melon Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Jul 17 60–90
Black Beans — Mar 27 — — Jun 26 – Aug 14 90–120
Bok Choy Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 1 – Jun 5 40–60
Broccoli Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 22 – Jul 3 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 1 – Jun 5 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 19 – Aug 14 90–130
Butternut Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Aug 7 85–110
Cabbage Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 22 – Jul 17 60–100
Calabash Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 26 – Aug 21 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 3 — Aug 7 – Sep 18 120–150
Carrots — Mar 6 — Aug 27 May 8 – Jun 12 60–80
Cauliflower Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 17 55–100
Celeriac Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jul 3 – Aug 7 100–120
Celery Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 12 – Aug 7 80–120
Celtuce Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 22 – Jul 3 60–90
Chard Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 3 50–60
Chayote Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Aug 7 – Oct 16 120–180
Chickpeas Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 12 – Jul 24 80–110
Chicory Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 22 – Jul 3 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jun 12 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 26 – Jul 31 80–100
Collard Greens Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 17 55–75
Corn — Mar 27 — — May 29 – Jul 24 60–100
Cowpeas — Mar 27 — — May 29 – Jul 10 60–90
Cress Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 3 – Apr 24 14–21
Crookneck Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 22 – Jun 19 45–60
Crosne — Mar 6 — Aug 27 Aug 7 – Oct 9 150–200
Cucumber Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 24 50–70
Daikon — Mar 6 — Aug 27 May 1 – May 29 50–70
Delicata Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 26 – Jul 31 80–100
Edamame — Mar 27 — — Jun 12 – Jul 24 75–100
Eggplant Jan 16 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Aug 14 65–85
Endive Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 8 – Jun 12 45–65
Escarole Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jun 12 50–70
Fava Beans Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 5 – Jul 17 75–100
Fennel Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Jul 17 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 24 Dec 24 – Jun 10 90–240
Ginger Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Dec 4 – Dec 18 240–300
Green Beans — Mar 27 — — May 22 – Jul 17 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 3 — Aug 7 – Oct 16 120–180
Hot Peppers Jan 16 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Sep 18 70–120
Hubbard Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 17 – Aug 21 100–120
Jicama Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Aug 7 – Oct 16 120–180
Kabocha Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Jul 31 85–100
Kai Lan Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 8 – Jun 5 45–60
Kale Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 10 50–70
Kidney Beans — Mar 27 — — Jun 26 – Jul 31 85–110
Kohlrabi Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 8 – Jun 12 45–65
Komatsuna Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – May 29 35–50
Leeks Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 19 – Sep 4 90–150
Lentils Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 12 – Jul 24 80–110
Lettuce Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jul 3 30–60
Lima Beans — Mar 27 — — May 29 – Jul 10 60–90
Loofah Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 17 – Sep 18 100–150
Luffa Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Sep 18 90–150
Mache Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 1 – Jun 5 40–60
Malabar Spinach Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jun 26 55–70
Melon Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Jul 31 70–100
Microgreens Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Mar 27 – Apr 24 7–21
Mitsuba Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 May 8 – Jul 3 50–70
Mizuna Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – May 22 30–45
Mustard Greens Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 30–50
Napa Cabbage Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jun 19 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jun 26 55–70
Okra Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 24 50–65
Onion Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 19 – Aug 7 90–120
Pac Choi Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 1 – May 29 40–55
Parsnip — Mar 6 — Aug 27 Jun 19 – Jul 31 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 22 – Jun 19 45–60
Peas Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 10 55–70
Peppers Jan 16 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Aug 14 60–90
Pole Beans Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 24 55–70
Potatoes Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Aug 21 70–120
Pumpkin Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Aug 21 85–120
Purslane Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 1 – Jun 5 40–60
Radicchio Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 22 – Jun 26 60–80
Radish — Mar 6 — Aug 27 Apr 3 – Apr 24 22–35
Rhubarb — — Apr 10 — — 365–730
Romanesco Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 5 – Jul 17 75–100
Rutabaga — Mar 6 — Aug 27 May 29 – Jul 3 80–100
Salsify — Mar 6 — Aug 27 Jun 19 – Jul 31 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 29 – Jul 24 70–110
Scallions Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jun 12 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Jul 10 60–80
Shallot Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Jun 19 – Aug 7 90–120
Shiso Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 24 50–70
Snap Peas Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 24 55–70
Snow Peas Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 10 50–65
Soybeans — Mar 27 — — Jun 19 – Aug 14 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Jul 31 85–100
Spinach Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 35–50
Squash (Summer) Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 22 – Jul 24 45–65
Squash (Winter) Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 26 – Aug 21 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 3 — Jul 24 – Sep 18 110–150
Sweet Corn — Mar 27 — — May 29 – Jul 10 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Aug 21 90–120
Tatsoi Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 Apr 24 – May 29 35–50
Tomatillo Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Aug 14 60–85
Tomatoes Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Aug 14 60–85
Turmeric Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Dec 4 – Dec 18 240–300
Turnip — Mar 6 — Aug 27 Apr 17 – May 22 40–60
Watercress Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 20 Aug 27 May 1 – Jun 5 40–60
Watermelon Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Jul 31 70–100
Wax Beans — Mar 27 — — May 22 – Jul 17 50–65
Winter Melon Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Aug 21 90–120
Yard Long Beans Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 10 55–80
Zucchini Feb 20 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 22 – Jul 17 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Sledge

27 fruits matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Sledge.

Show all 27 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 10 — Jul 10 – Oct 23 90–180
Aronia — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — Apr 10 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — Apr 10 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 10 — Jun 19 – Jul 24 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 10 — — 1095–1825
Elderberries — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 10 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 10 — Jun 19 – Aug 14 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — Apr 10 — — 1095–1825
Honeydew — — Apr 10 — Jul 3 – Aug 14 80–110
Jostaberry — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — Apr 10 — — 1095–1825
Loquat — — Apr 10 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — Apr 10 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 10 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — Apr 10 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 10 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 10 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 10 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 10 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 10 — Jul 10 – Dec 25 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Sledge

39 herbs matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Sledge.

Show all 39 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 — 365–730
Anise Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 Jun 12 – Aug 28 90–120
Basil Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 31 50–75
Bee Balm — — Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Sep 11 90–120
Borage Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 May 8 – Jun 26 50–60
Caraway Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 — 365–450
Catnip — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Jul 31 60–80
Chamomile Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 24 60–90
Chervil Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 40–60
Chives — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Cilantro Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 40–60
Comfrey — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Cumin Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 Jun 26 – Aug 28 100–120
Dill Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 40–60
Epazote Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 22 – Jul 17 45–60
Fennel (herb) Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 24 60–90
Feverfew — — Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Sep 11 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Horehound — — Mar 27 — Jun 12 – Aug 7 75–90
Hyssop — — Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 7 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Jul 17 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 7 70–90
Lemon Verbena Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Aug 14 60–90
Lemongrass Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 19 – Sep 18 75–120
Lovage — — Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 7 70–90
Marjoram — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Mint — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Oregano — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Parsley Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 May 15 – Jul 17 60–80
Rosemary — — Mar 27 — Jun 19 – Nov 6 80–180
Rue — — Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 7 70–90
Sage — — Mar 27 — Jun 12 – Aug 7 75–90
Savory — — Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 17 50–70
Sorrel Feb 13 Mar 6 Mar 13 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Jun 26 40–60
Stevia Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — Jun 5 – Aug 14 60–90
Tarragon — — Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Thai Basil Jan 30 Mar 27 Apr 3 — May 29 – Jul 31 50–75
Thyme — — Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 7 70–90
Valerian — — Mar 27 — Jul 31 – Nov 6 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Sledge

54 flowers matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Sledge.

Show all 54 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Feb 6 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 8 – Sep 25 60–75
Alliums — — — Oct 1 Oct 29 – Nov 19 28–42
Anemones — — — Sep 10 Sep 24 – Oct 22 90–120
Astilbe Jan 23 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Jul 17 70–100
Bachelor's Button — Feb 6 Mar 6 Sep 10 May 8 – Aug 21 60–90
Begonias Jan 9 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 9 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Jan 23 Mar 13 Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 16 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Jan 23 — Mar 20 — May 8 – Jun 5 60–90
Calendula — Feb 6 Mar 6 Aug 27 Apr 24 – Sep 4 50–70
California Poppy — — — Sep 10 Nov 19 – Feb 25 60–90
Celosia Feb 20 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 15 – Oct 9 60–90
Columbine Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 8 – Jun 5 70–100
Coreopsis Jan 23 Mar 13 Mar 20 — May 22 – Oct 16 60–80
Cosmos Feb 20 Mar 6 Mar 6 — May 15 – Oct 2 60–90
Crocus — — — Oct 8 Sep 10 – Oct 1 10–20
Daffodils — — — Oct 1 Sep 10 – Oct 8 20–40
Dahlias Feb 27 Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 30 70–120
Daylily Jan 23 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 16 60–90
Dianthus Jan 23 Feb 6 Feb 13 — Apr 3 – Jun 19 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 16 70–90
Foxglove Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 8 – Jun 5 80–120
Freesia — — — Sep 24 Oct 22 – Nov 19 84–112
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Jan 30 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 22 – Nov 6 70–100
Geraniums Jan 9 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 9 70–100
Gladiolus — Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 30 70–100
Hostas Jan 16 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 2 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Oct 8 Oct 1 – Oct 22 14–28
Hydrangeas Jan 16 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 2 90–150
Impatiens Jan 23 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 16 60–75
Irises — Division Mar 20 — May 8 – Jun 12 60–100
Larkspur — Feb 20 — Aug 27 May 1 – Aug 7 60–90
Lavender Jan 16 — Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Sep 11 90–120
Lilies — Division Mar 20 — May 29 – Sep 18 70–120
Lobelia Jan 23 — Feb 13 — Apr 10 – Jun 5 70–80
Lupine Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 8 – Jun 5 75–100
Marigolds Feb 6 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 8 – Sep 11 50–70
Nasturtium Feb 20 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 8 – Oct 9 55–65
Pansy Jan 9 — Mar 6 Aug 27 May 1 – Aug 7 70–90
Peonies — Division Mar 20 — May 15 – Jun 12 90–120
Petunia Jan 23 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 2 70–90
Phlox Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 20 — May 29 – Aug 7 80–110
Portulaca Feb 20 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 1 – Sep 25 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Sep 10 Sep 24 – Oct 29 90–120
Roses Jan 16 — Mar 20 — May 29 – Oct 16 90–180
Salvia Jan 23 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 9 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Jan 23 — Mar 20 — Jul 10 – Oct 2 60–90
Snapdragon Jan 9 Feb 13 Mar 6 Aug 27 May 15 – Sep 4 70–100
Sunflower Feb 27 Mar 13 Mar 13 — Jun 5 – Oct 9 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Feb 6 Feb 13 Mar 6 Sep 10 Apr 17 – Aug 7 45–60
Sweet Pea — — — Sep 3 Nov 12 – Feb 4 65–85
Tulips — — — Oct 8 Sep 24 – Oct 22 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Jan 9 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 9 70–90
Yarrow Jan 23 Mar 13 Mar 20 — May 22 – Oct 16 60–90
Zinnia Feb 20 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 9 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Sledge

ZIP Codes in Sledge

Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):