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Presque Isle, ME Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Presque Isle usually comes around May 23 and the first fall frost around Sep 28, a growing season of about 128 days. Start tomatoes indoors Apr 11 – Apr 25 and plant them outside Jun 6 – Jun 20.

Last spring frostMay 23
First fall frostSep 28
Growing season128 days

When to plant vegetables in Presque Isle

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesApr 11 – Apr 25Jun 6 – Jun 20—
PeppersApr 4 – Apr 18Jun 13 – Jun 27—
EggplantApr 4 – Apr 18Jun 13 – Jun 27—
Cucumbers—Jun 6 – Jun 20—
Zucchini & summer squash—Jun 6 – Jun 20—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Jun 13 – Jun 27—
Green beans—Jun 6 – Jun 20Jul 6 – Jul 20
Sweet corn—Jun 6 – Jun 20—
BasilApr 25 – May 9Jun 6 – Jun 20—
LettuceMar 28 – Apr 11Apr 25 – Jun 6Aug 3 – Aug 17
Spinach—Apr 11 – May 2Aug 3 – Aug 17
Peas—Apr 11 – May 2Jul 20 – Aug 3
Carrots—Apr 25 – May 30Jul 6 – Jul 20
Radishes—Apr 18 – Jun 6Aug 17 – Aug 31
BroccoliMar 14 – Mar 28Apr 25 – May 9Jul 6 – Jul 20
KaleMar 28 – Apr 11Apr 18 – May 2Jul 20 – Aug 3
Onions—Apr 25 – May 9—
Potatoes—May 2 – May 30—
Garlic——Sep 14 – Oct 19

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Presque Isle. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Presque Isle

  1. JanuaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  2. FebruaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  3. MarchStart indoors: Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale
  4. AprilStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions
  5. MayStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  6. JunePlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Radishes
  7. JulyPlant outside: Green beans, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  8. AugustPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Garlic
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Garlic
  11. NovemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  12. DecemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Presque Isle?

The median last spring frost is May 23 and the median first fall frost is Sep 28, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Presque Isle?

Start seeds indoors Apr 11 – Apr 25 and set plants outside Jun 6 – Jun 20, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Presque Isle?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Sep 28): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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