Nipissing, ON — Planting Guide
Nipissing is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 8, giving you a growing season of approximately 167 days.
At an elevation of 656 ft, Nipissing receives approximately 28.5 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 78°F with winter lows around 10°F. The predominant soil type is Clay Loam.
🌡️ Zone
5b (-15°F to -10°F min)
❄️ Last Frost
April 24
🍂 First Frost
October 8
📅 Growing Season
167 days
⛰️ Elevation
656 ft
🌧️ Annual Rainfall
28.5 in
Monthly Watering Calendar for Nipissing
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
Quick context: A drip irrigation system pays for itself in 1-2 seasons in any climate. Nipissing's 29" annual rainfall determines whether you'll run it weekly (dry zones) or maybe just during summer dry spells (wet zones).
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.2 in | 8 days | — | None |
| Feb | 1.1 in | 6 days | — | None |
| Mar | 1.7 in | 8 days | — | None |
| Apr | 3 in | 9 days | 1.3 in | Moderate |
| May | 3 in | 11 days | 1.3 in | Moderate |
| Jun | 3.5 in | 9 days | 0.8 in | Moderate |
| Jul | 3.4 in | 10 days | 0.9 in | Moderate |
| Aug | 3.3 in | 8 days | 1 in | Moderate |
| Sep | 2.7 in | 8 days | 1.6 in | High |
| Oct | 2 in | 8 days | 2.3 in | High |
| Nov | 1.9 in | 7 days | — | None |
| Dec | 1.7 in | 8 days | — | None |
Annual total: 28.5 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.
Nipissing Soil Profile
Soil Type
Clay Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Gardening Difficulty Score
Nipissing is a very forgiving place to garden. Most plants thrive here with minimal effort.
Local Gardening Help in Nipissing
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 Nipissing's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Nipissing Extension Office
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.
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.
Services Available in Nipissing
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Nipissing
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Nipissing'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 Nipissing ON" or "garden center Nipissing" 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 Nipissing ON" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Nipissing Gardeners" or "Ontario 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.
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Sunlight & Day Length in Nipissing
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
What this means for you: Onion varieties are sold by "short-day," "intermediate-day," and "long-day." Nipissing's latitude determines which to buy — and getting it wrong is the difference between baseball-sized bulbs and marbles.
Longest Day
15.6 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
8.4 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
10.2 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.
Onion tip: Your long summer days (14+ hours) support long-day onion varieties like Walla Walla, Sweet Spanish, and Ailsa Craig.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Daylight Hours | Peak Sun Hours | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.8 hr | 3.6 hr | Short day |
| February | 10.1 hr | 4.5 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.6 hr | 5.4 hr | Short day |
| April | 13.3 hr | 6.7 hr | Neutral |
| May | 14.8 hr | 8.2 hr | Long day |
| June | 15.6 hr | 9.6 hr | Long day |
| July | 15.2 hr | 10.2 hr | Long day |
| August | 14 hr | 8.6 hr | Long day |
| September | 12.3 hr | 6.9 hr | Neutral |
| October | 10.6 hr | 5.6 hr | Short day |
| November | 9.2 hr | 3.7 hr | Short day |
| December | 8.4 hr | 3.1 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Nipissing
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
Quick context: Soil temperature predicts plant emergence better than calendar dates. Nipissing's spring soil warm-up curve tells you which weeks are safe for direct-sow beans, cucumbers, squash, and corn.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from Jun through Sep.
Best Month to Compost
Jun
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
6 months
Solid season. Piles go dormant in winter.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23°F | 31°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Feb | 22°F | 28°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Mar | 29°F | 34°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Apr | 46°F | 44°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| May | 56°F | 55°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jun | 68°F | 63°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 78°F | 71°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 79°F | 72°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 71°F | 70°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 56°F | 61°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Nov | 42°F | 47°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Dec | 31°F | 38°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.
Pest & Disease Pressure in Nipissing
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
For new gardeners: Pest and disease pressure is the X-factor most beginners under-plan for. Nipissing'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
Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.
Disease Risk
Low disease risk — dry conditions reduce fungal problems.
Seasonal Risk
View 5 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Japanese beetles | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Squash bugs | Low | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Tomato hornworms | Low | Jul, Aug |
| Cabbage loopers | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul, Aug |
Organic pest management tips
- Maintain healthy soil with regular compost additions to build natural pest resistance
- Practice crop rotation annually to break pest cycles
- Encourage beneficial insects with flowering herbs like dill, fennel, and yarrow
Cover Crops for Nipissing
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
Why this matters: Cover crops are the experienced gardener's secret weapon. Nipissing's climate determines which species thrive: clover and vetch in mild winters, cereal rye and Austrian peas in cold ones.
Spring Cover Crops (3 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | May 3 | Jul 30 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | May 2 | Jul 30 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Mar 30 | Aug 6 | ✓ 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 | May 10 | Sep 17 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (6 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian winter peas | Aug 2 | Apr 3 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Daikon radish | Aug 28 | Apr 3 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Jul 27 | Apr 10 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
| Oats | Aug 29 | Apr 3 | — | Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed |
| Winter rye | Jul 10 | Apr 10 | — | Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil |
| Winter wheat | Jul 10 | Apr 10 | — | Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass |
Wind & Microclimate in Nipissing
What this means for you: A 10 mph wind doesn't feel like much, but it triples leaf transpiration vs. still air. Nipissing's 9.4 mph average means most days are gentle on plants, but consider how a 20+ mph spring gust would affect a flat of seedlings hardened off too quickly.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 12 mph Summer: 9 mph
Fall: 9 mph Winter: 11 mph
Prevailing wind: SW. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.
Windbreak Benefit
4.5/10
Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (167 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Nipissing
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
The practical takeaway: A 1,000 sq ft roof captures about 600 gallons from a single 1" rainfall. Nipissing gets 29" of rain a year — a couple of well-placed rain barrels can cover most summer watering. In dry climates the math's even better: every captured gallon is one you don't buy.
Annual Collection
14,204 gal
Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)
Recommended Setup
7 rain barrels (55 gal each)
For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,750 gal tank.
Legal Status
Unrestricted
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.
Best Collection Months
Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Jan, Feb, Dec
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 28.5 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 14,204 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Jan, Feb, Dec)
- Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection
Soil & Growing Conditions in Nipissing
Soil Type
Clay Loam
Retains moisture well but slow to warm in spring. Amend with compost to improve drainage.
Watering Needs
With 28.5 inches annually, regular irrigation is essential. Drip systems and heavy mulching conserve water.
Season Tips
167-day frost-free season
Start warm-season crops indoors and focus on short-season varieties. Cold frames extend your season by 3–4 weeks in fall.
Your Free Printable Garden Planner
Plan every bed, every planting, every harvest — in one place. This 22-page printable includes your zone's planting calendar, a month-by-month task list, a seed inventory tracker, a harvest log, and succession-planting charts. Built to print, write in, and actually use all season.
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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Nipissing
105 vegetables that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Nipissing.
Show all 105 vegetables with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Sep 4 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 25 | 90–120 |
| Arugula | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | May 8 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Aug 14 – Oct 9 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 10 – Aug 21 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 31 – Sep 18 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 24 – Sep 18 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 11 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Sep 25 | 80–120 |
| Carrots | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Jun 12 – Jul 17 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Aug 7 – Sep 11 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 17 – Sep 11 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 7 | 50–60 |
| Chickpeas | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 17 – Aug 28 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 26 – Aug 7 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Jul 17 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Sep 4 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 8 – May 29 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 24 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Sep 4 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 17 – Aug 28 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Feb 13 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 18 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 12 – Jul 17 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Jul 17 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 10 – Aug 21 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 10 – Aug 21 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 27 | Nov 26 – Feb 11 | 90–240 |
| Green Beans | — | May 1 | — | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | May 8 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 23 | 120–180 |
| Hot Peppers | Feb 13 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Oct 23 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 25 | 100–120 |
| Kabocha | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 4 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 12 – Jul 10 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 31 – Sep 4 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 12 – Jul 17 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 3 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 24 – Oct 9 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 17 – Aug 28 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Aug 7 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Mache | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 40–60 |
| Melon | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 4 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 1 – May 29 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jun 26 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Jul 24 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Jul 31 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Jul 24 – Sep 4 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 24 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Feb 13 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 18 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 25 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 25 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 26 – Jul 31 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | May 8 – May 29 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 10 – Aug 21 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Jul 3 – Aug 7 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | Jul 24 – Sep 4 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Jul 17 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 10 – Aug 14 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Mar 6 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 28 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 24 – Sep 18 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 4 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Sep 25 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | May 8 | — | Aug 28 – Oct 23 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | May 1 | — | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 25 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 3 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 18 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 18 | 60–85 |
| Turnip | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 30 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | Jul 30 | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 4 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | May 1 | — | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 25 | 90–120 |
| Yard Long Beans | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Nipissing
27 fruits that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Nipissing.
Show all 27 fruits with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | May 15 | — | Aug 14 – Oct 30 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Blackberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Blueberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | May 15 | — | Jul 24 – Aug 28 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Cranberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Currants | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Elderberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | May 15 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 18 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Haskaps | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Honeydew | — | — | May 15 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 18 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Lingonberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Medlar | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Pawpaw | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Persimmon | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Quince | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Raspberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | May 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | May 15 | — | Aug 14 – Oct 30 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Nipissing
34 herbs that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Nipissing.
Show all 34 herbs with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jul 17 – Oct 2 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Mar 6 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 4 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 31 – Oct 16 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jun 12 – Jul 31 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 4 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Cumin | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jul 31 – Oct 2 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Mar 6 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 28 | 60–90 |
| Feverfew | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 31 – Oct 16 | 90–120 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 11 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 11 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 60–70 |
| Lemon Thyme | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 11 | 70–90 |
| Lovage | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 11 | 70–90 |
| Mint | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 60–80 |
| Rue | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 11 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 11 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | May 1 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Mar 20 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jul 30 | May 29 – Jul 31 | 40–60 |
| Tarragon | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Mar 6 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 4 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 11 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | May 1 | — | Sep 4 – Oct 16 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Nipissing
51 flowers that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Nipissing.
Show all 51 flowers with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Mar 6 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 25 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Aug 27 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 | 28–42 |
| Anemones | Mar 27 | — | Apr 24 | — | May 29 – Jun 26 | 90–120 |
| Astilbe | Feb 20 | — | May 8 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 2 | 70–100 |
| Bachelor's Button | Mar 13 | Apr 3 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 11 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Feb 13 | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 2 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Feb 20 | Apr 24 | May 8 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 30 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Feb 20 | — | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | Mar 13 | Apr 3 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 12 – Sep 11 | 50–70 |
| Celosia | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jul 3 – Oct 9 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Feb 20 | May 8 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Feb 20 | May 1 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Oct 30 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Mar 27 | Apr 24 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Oct 2 | 60–90 |
| Crocus | — | — | — | Aug 27 | Jul 9 – Jul 30 | 10–20 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Aug 27 | Jul 16 – Aug 6 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | Mar 27 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 23 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Feb 20 | — | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | — | May 29 – Aug 21 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Feb 20 | May 8 | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Oct 30 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Feb 20 | May 8 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 80–120 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Feb 27 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 30 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Feb 13 | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 2 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 23 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Feb 13 | — | May 8 | — | Jul 31 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Aug 27 | Aug 6 – Sep 3 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Feb 13 | — | May 8 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 16 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Feb 27 | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 9 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 7 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | Mar 27 | — | — | Jun 5 – Jul 31 | 60–90 |
| Lavender | Feb 13 | — | May 15 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Lilies | — | Division | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Oct 16 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Feb 13 | — | Apr 17 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 28 | 70–80 |
| Lupine | Feb 20 | May 8 | May 8 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 75–100 |
| Marigolds | Mar 13 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 25 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Mar 27 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jun 26 – Oct 9 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Feb 13 | — | Apr 24 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 21 | 70–90 |
| Peonies | — | Division | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 28 | 90–120 |
| Petunia | Feb 27 | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Feb 20 | May 8 | May 8 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 16 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Mar 20 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jun 19 – Sep 25 | 50–70 |
| Roses | Feb 13 | — | May 8 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 30 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Feb 20 | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Feb 20 | — | May 8 | — | Sep 4 – Nov 13 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | Feb 13 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 11 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Apr 3 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jul 24 – Oct 9 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | Mar 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | Mar 13 | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | — | Jul 10 – Sep 11 | 65–85 |
| Tulips | — | — | — | Aug 27 | Jul 30 – Aug 20 | 15–30 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Feb 6 | — | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 2 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Feb 20 | Apr 24 | May 8 | — | Jul 17 – Oct 30 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Mar 27 | May 1 | May 1 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 9 | 60–70 |