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Oldhams, VA — Planting Guide for June

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Westmoreland County, Virginia Zone 7b June

This month in Westmoreland County, Virginia

Welcome to June in Zone 7b. These are the moves that will have the biggest impact on your growing season.

Avg. last frost April 6
Avg. first frost November 2
Soil temp (4") 79°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.6 hrs
  1. Sow peppers, astilbe, and begonias in trays indoors

    Bottom-water once the first true leaves appear — it keeps stems dry and knocks back damping-off.

  2. Basket week: basil, carrots, and cucumber

    Check every 1–2 days. Many of these get tough or go to seed if you wait too long.

July prep starts now
  • First harvests: basil, cucumber, and green beans

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Oldhams has a classic four-season growing climate (Zone 7b). The last spring frost typically lands around April 6 and the first fall frost arrives around November 2 — a 210-day frost-free season that's long enough for tomatoes, peppers, melons, and a full succession of cool-weather crops on either side. The trick is timing: start warm-season seedlings indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, harden them off, and plant out the week after your local frost date is statistically safe.

Soils trend Silt Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.

Drought pressure is moderate (16.8 weeks/year on average). Mulching and drip irrigation pay for themselves quickly.

🌡️ USDA Zone

7b (5°F to 10°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

April 6

🍂 Avg. First Frost

November 2

📅 Growing Season

210 days

🌧️ Climate

Unknown 0.0" annual

💨 Wind

Moderate 8.4 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

16.8 wk/yr trend stable

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Oldhams, VA Long season
210 days
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Last Spring Frost April 6
➔ 210 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost November 2

Monthly Watering Calendar for Oldhams

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

What this means for you: Most vegetables want about 1 inch of water per week. Oldhams gets 0" a year — months that hit that 1"/week need zero supplemental watering; months that fall short, the table tells you how much to add. Saves you from drowning roots and from drought-stressing plants into bolting.

1"/wk 0" 1.3" 2.5" 3.8" 5" Jan 4" Feb 3.6" Mar 4.6" +0.9" Apr 3.4" +0.9" May 3.4" Jun 4.3" Jul 4.8" +0.6" Aug 3.7" +0.9" Sep 3.4" +1.4" Oct 2.9" Nov 3.6" Dec 3.1"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 4 in 8 days — None
Feb 3.6 in 8 days — None
Mar 4.6 in 8 days — Low
Apr 3.4 in 7 days 0.9 in Moderate
May 3.4 in 10 days 0.9 in Moderate
Jun 4.3 in 11 days — Low
Jul 4.8 in 13 days — Low
Aug 3.7 in 12 days 0.6 in Moderate
Sep 3.4 in 7 days 0.9 in Moderate
Oct 2.9 in 7 days 1.4 in Moderate
Nov 3.6 in 9 days — None
Dec 3.1 in 8 days — None

Annual total: 44.8 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.

Oldhams Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.7-6.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Frost Risk Probability

Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations

Too early frost risk Safe to Plant Apr 6 → Nov 2 210 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: Apr 19 Protect by: Dec 4

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 19 Dec 4 229 days
Cautious Apr 14 Nov 9 209 days
Average year Apr 6 Nov 2 210 days
Optimistic Mar 30 Oct 28 212 days
Aggressive (risky) Mar 22 Oct 17 209 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±28 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

67 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
0.0/10

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

Zone 7b Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Apr 6 First Frost: Nov 2

Local Gardening Help in Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Westmoreland County Virginia Cooperative Extension (Virginia Tech / Virginia State) Extension Office

Phone: 540-231-5299

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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.

Find Master Gardeners in VA →

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.

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Services Available in Westmoreland County

Soil testing Pest identification Master Gardener program
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Westmoreland County

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County VA" or "garden center Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County VA" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Westmoreland County Gardeners" or "Virginia 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 Spinach (harvest ends Jul 13) 112 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Peas (harvest ends Jul 27) 98 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Pole Beans (harvest ends Aug 10) 84 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Snap Peas (harvest ends Aug 10) 84 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Tomatoes (harvest ends Aug 31) 63 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Zucchini (harvest ends Aug 3) 91 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
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After Squash (Winter) (harvest ends Sep 7) 56 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Onion (harvest ends Aug 24) 70 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Broccoli (harvest ends Jul 20) 105 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Summer) (harvest ends Aug 10) 84 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Lettuce (harvest ends Jul 20) 105 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
After Kale (harvest ends Jul 27) 98 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d

Sunlight & Day Length in Oldhams

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

Why it matters: Onions are a great example of why day length matters. They "bulb up" only when daylight hits a specific number of hours — plant the wrong variety (short-day in the north, long-day in the south) and you'll get tiny bulbs no matter how well you grow them. Oldhams's latitude determines which onion varieties succeed.

Longest Day

14.6 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

9.4 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

9 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: Your long summer days (14+ hours) support long-day onion varieties like Walla Walla, Sweet Spanish, and Ailsa Craig.

View detailed monthly data
MonthDaylight HoursPeak Sun HoursDay Length
January 9.6 hr 5 hr Short day
February 10.6 hr 5.3 hr Short day
March 11.7 hr 6.5 hr Short day
April 13 hr 7.6 hr Neutral
May 14.1 hr 9 hr Long day
June 14.6 hr 8.1 hr Long day
July 14.4 hr 8 hr Long day
August 13.5 hr 7.2 hr Neutral
September 12.2 hr 7 hr Neutral
October 11 hr 7.1 hr Short day
November 9.9 hr 5.6 hr Short day
December 9.4 hr 4.6 hr Short day

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

Soil Temperature & Composting in Oldhams

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

The practical takeaway: Soil temperature predicts plant emergence better than calendar dates. Oldhams'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 May through Oct.

Best Month to Compost

May

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

8 months

Nearly year-round composting.

60°F 70°F 20° 40° 60° 80° 100° 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 39°F 44°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Feb 39°F 44°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Mar 47°F 47°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Apr 57°F 56°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
May 68°F 66°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jun 79°F 74°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 86°F 81°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 85°F 84°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 81°F 79°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 70°F 71°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Nov 56°F 62°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Dec 43°F 51°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 Oldhams

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

Why this matters: Two gardeners can grow identical seeds and get wildly different results based on pest pressure alone. Oldhams's climate sets a floor on what's possible without intervention.

Insect Pest Pressure

6.9 / 10

Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.

Disease Risk

7.1 / 10

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

Seasonal Risk

Spring Moderate
Summer High
Fall Low
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak Months
Aphids High Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Japanese beetles Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug
Squash vine borers High May, Jun, Jul
Stink bugs Moderate May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Whiteflies Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Spider mites Moderate Jul, Aug
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 Oldhams

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

The practical takeaway: Bare soil is wasted soil — it loses nutrients to rain, dries out, compacts, and gets taken over by weeds. Cover crops (clovers, ryegrass, vetch, peas) are the "between seasons" trick that makes soil better every year. In Oldhams, you can fit a cover crop into the gaps.

Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Apr 7 Aug 24 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Cowpeas (southern peas) Apr 12 Aug 24 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible
Sorghum-sudan grass Apr 13 Sep 7 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Mar 11 Aug 31 ✓ 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 27 Oct 19 — 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 22 Mar 16 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Sep 10 Mar 23 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Sep 24 Mar 23 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 20 Mar 23 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Sep 23 Mar 23 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Jul 30 Mar 23 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Jul 25 Mar 23 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Oldhams

The practical takeaway: Light wind is good (strengthens stems, aids pollination); strong wind is bad (snaps stems, dries leaves, scatters seeds). Oldhams averages 8.4 mph. If you garden near coast, ridge, or open plains, you're likely above that — plan for it.

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

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 12 mph   Summer: 7 mph

Fall: 8 mph   Winter: 10 mph

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

Windbreak Benefit

5.3/10

Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.

Frost Pocket Risk

Low

Relatively flat terrain (178 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.

Rainwater Harvesting in Oldhams

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

Why this matters: A single rain barrel under a downspout catches 50 gallons in a 0.5" storm. Oldhams's 0" annual rainfall means even modest harvesting systems quickly amortize their cost in water savings.

Annual Collection

22,328 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, Jun, Jul

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

Months to Draw From Storage

Sep, Oct, 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 44.8 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 22,328 gallons annually
  • Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
  • Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Sep, Oct, Dec)
  • Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection

🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Oldhams

112 vegetables matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Oldhams.

Show all 112 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 13 – Aug 17 80–100
Amaranth Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Sep 7 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 20 — Aug 24 – Nov 2 120–180
Arugula Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 20 — — 730–1095
Beets — Mar 23 — Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 15 50–70
Belgian Endive Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jul 27 – Sep 21 110–150
Bitter Melon Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 22 – Aug 3 60–90
Black Beans — Apr 13 — — Jul 13 – Aug 31 90–120
Bok Choy Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 22 40–60
Broccoli Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 8 – Jul 20 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 22 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jul 6 – Aug 31 90–130
Butternut Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Aug 24 85–110
Cabbage Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 8 – Aug 3 60–100
Calabash Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 13 – Sep 7 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 20 — Aug 24 – Oct 5 120–150
Carrots — Mar 23 — Aug 24 May 25 – Jun 29 60–80
Cauliflower Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Aug 3 55–100
Celeriac Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jul 20 – Aug 24 100–120
Celery Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 29 – Aug 24 80–120
Celtuce Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 8 – Jul 20 60–90
Chard Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jul 20 50–60
Chayote Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Aug 24 – Nov 2 120–180
Chickpeas Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 29 – Aug 10 80–110
Chicory Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 8 – Jul 20 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jun 29 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 13 – Aug 17 80–100
Collard Greens Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Aug 3 55–75
Corn — Apr 13 — — Jun 15 – Aug 10 60–100
Cowpeas — Apr 13 — — Jun 15 – Jul 27 60–90
Cress Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Apr 20 – May 11 14–21
Crookneck Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 8 – Jul 6 45–60
Crosne — Mar 23 — Aug 24 Aug 24 – Oct 26 150–200
Cucumber Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 10 50–70
Daikon — Mar 23 — Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 15 50–70
Delicata Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 13 – Aug 17 80–100
Edamame — Apr 13 — — Jun 29 – Aug 10 75–100
Eggplant Feb 2 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 29 – Aug 31 65–85
Endive Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 25 – Jun 29 45–65
Escarole Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jun 29 50–70
Fava Beans Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 22 – Aug 3 75–100
Fennel Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 22 – Aug 3 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 21 Dec 21 – May 3 90–240
Green Beans — Apr 13 — — Jun 8 – Aug 3 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 20 — Aug 24 – Nov 2 120–180
Hot Peppers Feb 2 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 29 – Oct 5 70–120
Hubbard Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Aug 3 – Sep 7 100–120
Jicama Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Aug 24 – Nov 2 120–180
Kabocha Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Aug 17 85–100
Kai Lan Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 25 – Jun 22 45–60
Kale Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jul 27 50–70
Kidney Beans — Apr 13 — — Jul 13 – Aug 17 85–110
Kohlrabi Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 25 – Jun 29 45–65
Komatsuna Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jun 15 35–50
Leeks Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jul 6 – Sep 21 90–150
Lentils Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 29 – Aug 10 80–110
Lettuce Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 20 30–60
Lima Beans — Apr 13 — — Jun 15 – Jul 27 60–90
Loofah Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Aug 3 – Oct 5 100–150
Luffa Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Oct 5 90–150
Mache Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 22 40–60
Malabar Spinach Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Jul 13 55–70
Melon Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 29 – Aug 17 70–100
Microgreens Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Apr 13 – May 11 7–21
Mitsuba Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 May 25 – Jul 20 50–70
Mizuna Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jun 8 30–45
Mustard Greens Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 30–50
Napa Cabbage Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jul 6 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Jul 13 55–70
Okra Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 10 50–65
Onion Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jul 6 – Aug 24 90–120
Pac Choi Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 15 40–55
Parsnip — Mar 23 — Aug 24 Jul 6 – Aug 17 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 8 – Jul 6 45–60
Peas Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jul 27 55–70
Peppers Feb 2 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 22 – Aug 31 60–90
Pole Beans Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 10 55–70
Potatoes Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 29 – Sep 7 70–120
Pumpkin Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Sep 7 85–120
Purslane Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 22 40–60
Radicchio Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 8 – Jul 13 60–80
Radish — Mar 23 — Aug 24 Apr 20 – May 11 22–35
Rhubarb — — Apr 27 — — 365–730
Romanesco Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 22 – Aug 3 75–100
Rutabaga — Mar 23 — Aug 24 Jun 15 – Jul 20 80–100
Salsify — Mar 23 — Aug 24 Jul 6 – Aug 17 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 15 – Aug 10 70–110
Scallions Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jun 29 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 22 – Jul 27 60–80
Shallot Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jul 6 – Aug 24 90–120
Shiso Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 10 50–70
Snap Peas Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 10 55–70
Snow Peas Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Jul 27 50–65
Soybeans — Apr 13 — — Jul 6 – Aug 31 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Aug 17 85–100
Spinach Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 35–50
Squash (Summer) Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 8 – Aug 10 45–65
Squash (Winter) Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 13 – Sep 7 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 20 — Aug 10 – Oct 5 110–150
Sweet Corn — Apr 13 — — Jun 15 – Jul 27 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Sep 7 90–120
Tatsoi Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 11 – Jun 15 35–50
Tomatillo Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 22 – Aug 31 60–85
Tomatoes Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 22 – Aug 31 60–85
Turnip — Mar 23 — Aug 24 May 4 – Jun 8 40–60
Watercress Mar 2 Mar 23 Apr 6 Aug 24 May 18 – Jun 22 40–60
Watermelon Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 29 – Aug 17 70–100
Wax Beans — Apr 13 — — Jun 8 – Aug 3 50–65
Winter Melon Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jul 20 – Sep 7 90–120
Yard Long Beans Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Jul 27 55–80
Zucchini Mar 9 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 8 – Aug 3 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Oldhams

31 fruits matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Oldhams.

Show all 31 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 27 — Jul 27 – Nov 9 90–180
Aronia — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — Apr 27 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — Apr 27 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 27 — Jul 6 – Aug 10 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 27 — — 1095–1825
Cranberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Currants — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Elderberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 27 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 27 — Jul 6 – Aug 31 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — Apr 27 — — 1095–1825
Haskaps — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Honeydew — — Apr 27 — Jul 20 – Aug 31 80–110
Jostaberry — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — Apr 27 — — 1095–1825
Lingonberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Loquat — — Apr 27 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — Apr 27 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — Apr 27 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 27 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 27 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 27 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 27 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 27 — Jul 27 – Dec 7 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Oldhams

36 herbs matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Oldhams.

Show all 36 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 — 365–730
Anise Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 Jun 29 – Sep 14 90–120
Basil Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 17 50–75
Bee Balm — — Apr 13 — Jul 13 – Sep 28 90–120
Borage Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 May 25 – Jul 13 50–60
Caraway Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 — 365–450
Catnip — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 17 60–80
Chamomile Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Aug 10 60–90
Chervil Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 40–60
Chives — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Cilantro Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 40–60
Comfrey — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Cumin Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 Jul 13 – Sep 14 100–120
Dill Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 40–60
Epazote Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 8 – Aug 3 45–60
Fennel (herb) Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Aug 10 60–90
Feverfew — — Apr 13 — Jul 13 – Sep 28 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Horehound — — Apr 13 — Jun 29 – Aug 24 75–90
Hyssop — — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Aug 24 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 3 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Aug 24 70–90
Lovage — — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Aug 24 70–90
Marjoram — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Mint — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Oregano — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Parsley Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 Jun 1 – Aug 3 60–80
Rosemary — — Apr 13 — Jul 6 – Nov 23 80–180
Rue — — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Aug 24 70–90
Sage — — Apr 13 — Jun 29 – Aug 24 75–90
Savory — — Apr 13 — Jun 8 – Aug 3 50–70
Sorrel Mar 2 Mar 23 Mar 30 Aug 24 May 11 – Jul 13 40–60
Tarragon — — Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Aug 24 60–90
Thai Basil Feb 16 Apr 13 Apr 20 — Jun 15 – Aug 17 50–75
Thyme — — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Aug 24 70–90
Valerian — — Apr 13 — Aug 17 – Nov 23 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Oldhams

53 flowers matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Oldhams.

Show all 53 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Feb 23 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 1 – Oct 5 60–75
Alliums — — — Sep 28 Oct 26 – Nov 16 28–42
Anemones — — — Sep 7 Sep 21 – Oct 19 90–120
Astilbe Feb 2 — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Aug 17 70–100
Bachelor's Button Feb 23 Mar 2 Apr 6 Sep 7 Jun 8 – Sep 14 60–90
Begonias Jan 26 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 19 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Feb 2 Mar 30 Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Nov 2 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Feb 2 — Apr 13 — Jun 1 – Jul 6 60–90
Calendula Feb 23 Mar 2 Apr 6 Sep 7 May 25 – Sep 21 50–70
California Poppy — Mar 9 — Sep 7 May 18 – Aug 10 60–90
Celosia Mar 9 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 8 – Oct 19 60–90
Columbine Feb 9 Apr 13 Apr 13 — Jun 1 – Jul 6 70–100
Coreopsis Feb 2 Apr 6 Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Nov 2 60–80
Cosmos Mar 9 Mar 30 Mar 30 — Jun 8 – Oct 12 60–90
Crocus — — — Sep 28 Aug 24 – Sep 14 10–20
Daffodils — — — Sep 28 Aug 31 – Sep 21 20–40
Dahlias Mar 16 Apr 13 Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Nov 9 70–120
Daylily Feb 2 — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Nov 2 60–90
Dianthus Feb 9 Mar 2 Mar 9 — Apr 27 – Jul 20 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Feb 2 Apr 13 Apr 13 — Jun 29 – Nov 2 70–90
Foxglove Feb 9 Apr 13 Apr 13 — Jun 1 – Jul 6 80–120
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Feb 16 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Nov 16 70–100
Geraniums Jan 26 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 19 70–100
Gladiolus — Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Nov 2 70–100
Hostas Jan 26 — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Oct 26 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Sep 28 Sep 21 – Oct 12 14–28
Hydrangeas Jan 26 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 12 90–150
Impatiens Feb 9 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 19 60–75
Irises — Division Apr 13 — Jun 1 – Jul 6 60–100
Larkspur — Mar 9 — Aug 24 May 18 – Aug 10 60–90
Lavender Feb 2 — Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Sep 14 90–120
Lilies — Division Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 5 70–120
Lobelia Feb 2 — Mar 9 — May 4 – Jul 13 70–80
Lupine Feb 9 Apr 13 Apr 13 — Jun 1 – Jul 6 75–100
Marigolds Feb 23 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 1 – Sep 21 50–70
Nasturtium Mar 9 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 1 – Oct 19 55–65
Pansy Jan 26 — Mar 30 Aug 24 May 25 – Aug 17 70–90
Peonies — Division Apr 13 — Jun 8 – Jul 6 90–120
Petunia Feb 9 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 12 70–90
Phlox Feb 2 Apr 13 Apr 13 — Jun 22 – Sep 14 80–110
Portulaca Mar 9 Apr 6 Apr 6 — May 25 – Oct 5 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Sep 7 Sep 28 – Oct 26 90–120
Roses Jan 26 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 26 90–180
Salvia Feb 9 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 19 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Feb 2 — Apr 13 — Aug 3 – Oct 26 60–90
Snapdragon Jan 26 Mar 9 Mar 30 Sep 7 Jun 8 – Sep 14 70–100
Sunflower Mar 16 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 29 – Oct 19 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Feb 23 Mar 9 Apr 6 Sep 21 May 18 – Aug 24 45–60
Sweet Pea — — — Sep 7 Nov 16 – Feb 8 65–85
Tulips — — — Sep 28 Sep 14 – Oct 5 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Jan 26 — Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 19 70–90
Yarrow Feb 2 Mar 30 Apr 13 — Jun 15 – Nov 2 60–90
Zinnia Mar 9 Apr 6 Apr 6 — Jun 15 – Oct 19 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Oldhams

ZIP Codes in Oldhams

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