Zone 2a Planting Schedule
Last spring frost:
May 25th
First fall frost:
Aug 29th
Growing season:
96 days
Action Plan: June in Zone 2a
Expert Note
In Zone 2a, June soil warms quickly, but keep beds evenly moist for fast germination and transplant recovery. Watch for flea beetles and cucumber beetles; use row cover early and remove covers once flowers appear. Mulch to reduce weeds and water stress.
Seed & Soil
Start or transplant heat-lovers like Tomato and Bell Pepper only after nights stay reliably above cool stress levels. Direct sow quick, warm-season standouts like Zucchini and Cucumber while soil is warm, and tuck in Basil for steady growth. Keep spacing and water consistent to prevent blossom-end issues.
The Harvest
Harvest tender greens regularly, especially Spinach and Salad Greens, picking young leaves before they turn tough. Cut Arugula and Mizuna as needed to keep plants producing. If you see bolting, switch to faster-cut varieties and keep harvesting on a tight schedule.
Planting Schedule
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 30th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 1st | Jul 6th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Sep 8th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 26th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Oct 3rd – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Sep 18th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 4th | Jun 1st | Jul 31st – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 5th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 27th | Jun 1st | Jul 16th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 20th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Oct 3rd – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 29th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 20th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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May 11th | Jun 1st | Aug 10th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 27th | Jun 1st | Jul 31st – Aug 29th |
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Apr 20th | Jun 1st | Jul 16th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 20th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 27th | Jun 1st | Aug 15th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Sep 8th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Sep 18th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 21st – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 11th | Jun 1st | Jul 31st – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 31st – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 10th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 5th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 23rd – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 9th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 20th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 20th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Sep 18th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 16th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 21st – Aug 29th |
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Apr 27th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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May 4th | Jun 1st | Aug 10th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 16th – Aug 29th |
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May 4th | Jun 1st | Jul 31st – Aug 29th |
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Apr 27th | Jun 1st | Aug 15th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Sep 23rd – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 9th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 16th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 30th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 25th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Aug 10th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Sep 4th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 13th | Jun 1st | Jul 31st – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Aug 4th – Aug 29th |
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May 18th | Jun 1st | Jul 26th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 1st | Jun 15th | Jul 30th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 13th | Jun 8th | Aug 7th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 1st – Aug 29th |
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May 11th | Jun 8th | Aug 17th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Sep 10th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 22nd – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Aug 31st – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Sep 15th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 20th | Jun 8th | Aug 7th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Sep 16th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Aug 31st – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 17th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 12th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Aug 17th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 7th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 22nd – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Oct 6th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Aug 2nd – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Sep 25th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Aug 2nd – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Aug 22nd – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 17th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Aug 7th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Sep 26th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 1st – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Jul 28th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 12th – Aug 29th |
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Apr 13th | Jun 8th | Sep 26th – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Aug 7th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 27th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Aug 16th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Aug 2nd – Aug 29th |
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Direct Sow | Jun 8th | Oct 6th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 16th – Aug 29th |
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Jun 8th | Jun 22nd | Oct 5th – Aug 29th |
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May 25th | Jun 8th | Sep 11th – Aug 29th |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the frost dates for Zone Zone 2a?
In Zone Zone 2a, the average last spring frost is May 25th and the average first fall frost is Aug 29th.
When is the best time to start seeds indoors in Zone Zone 2a?
The best time to start most seeds indoors is 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost date of May 25th.
How long is the growing season in Zone Zone 2a?
Zone Zone 2a has a growing season of approximately 96 days.