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Soil temperature has reached 45°F with no heavy snow in the forecast — ideal time to direct sow peas, carrots, and greens.
Last frost date has passed and soil temperature has reached 65°F — safe to transplant tomatoes, peppers, and squash.
You're about 8 weeks from last spring frost — time to start selected crops indoors.
Soil is below 55°F and first freeze is about 6 weeks away — ideal timing for fall bulb planting.
At least 2 weeks past spring frost with soil above 60°F — safe to plant summer bulbs.
First light frost has passed and deep freeze is not imminent — strong window to plant garlic.
Forecast shows 4+ consecutive days with overnight lows at or above 30°F — ground is workable enough to get late tulip bulbs in.
More than 1 inch of rain forecast in the next 48 hours — hold off on outdoor work and planting.
Temperature expected to drop below 32°F after a recent warm spell — cover or bring in tender plants.
Three or more consecutive days forecast above 80°F — cool-season crops like lettuce and spinach may bolt.
Dry, windy conditions are forecast in the next 48 hours — delay transplanting to avoid stress.
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