Best Planting Dates for Transplants Region 1

The heading on this list is "Best Planting Dates for Transplants" which indicates to me that you should have already started your seedlings and be ready to "transplant" their sproutlings by these dates . . I, personally, don't do many plants by seed. I buy the sproutlings which is why I looked up information on the best dates to "transplant." No silly questions here : ) Have a great day and Best of luck with your Garden!!

No silly questions here! This page is all about "transplants" (seeds that were already started by you or a nursery). If you are seeding, please see our Best Planting Dates for Seeds chart--which is customized to your zip code. Go to our Gardening area or here is the direct link: http://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-dates

You are right. The Best Dates to Seed chart on our web site is customized down to zip code level and based on frost data by climate center. These transplant charts are regional--and based on 4 huge regions across North America (3 in the U.S.). Thus, sometimes there is some overlap. We'd advise that you go by the seed chart for zip code-level accuracy. We've thought about removing these transplant charts (which are from the printed book) to avoid confusion since the 2 charts are based on 2 different sources, but many of our readers still like to see this chart, especially for the Moon-favorable dates.

There is a Best Planting Dates for Seeds that would be better for you. It's based on the frost dates! See http://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-dates

Hi, Elizabeth G, If you wish to seed, see this page which will be customized to your city: http://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-dates

Hi, Pat, Not sure where you live, but it's (almost) never to late to plant something! For example in the Southeast, most regions can transplant tender vegetables such as tomatoes and peppers. You can also plant warm-season crops such as beans, squash, and corn. Don't forget about container gardening, too! See: http://www.almanac.com/topics/gardening/container-gardening

The Best Dates to Seed chart on our web site is customized down to zip code level and based on frost data by climate center. These transplant charts are regional--and based on 4 huge regions across North America (3 in the U.S.). Thus, sometimes there is some overlap. We'd advise that you go by the seed chart for zip code-level accuracy. And look at the "seeds in the ground" column for when it's safe to put seeds (or transplants) outside. You'll just be ahead of the game if you have plants. You can also reference this page: http://www.almanac.com/content/vegetable-garden-planner

Moles are looking for grubs and worms. They don't eat plants. (Are sure it's moles? Could it be voles?) For moles, castor oil or castor beans down the hole work well. Or, a predator like a cat or dog. For voles, set some traps right next to the holes baited with peanut butter.

I am not familiar with "location 1," but if that's Southern California or Hawaii, the avocado should be very happy. Prepare the soil to have a pH of 6.2 to 6.5 by adding lime if necessary. Plant the tree between March and June, before the heat of summer sets in, so that the roots can get comfortable in their new "home" and absorb water without difficulty. (They could have difficulty if the tree is planted in the heat of summer.) We hope this helps!

Transplant under a fertile Moon sign (Scorpio, Cancer, or Pisces) and in the light of the Moon (between new and full Moon).

These are all cool weather crops. You can plant greens as soon as the soil has warmed up a bit and is not too wet. See our best planting dates according to the Moon at almanac.com/content/best-planting-dates-transplants-region-1

just to be clear I'm am talking about transplant dates