You’ve most likely heard the saying, “April showers bring May flowers.” But is that really true?
The warmer days have probably been giving you the gardening itch.
You can watch the full explainer in the video above.
The best time to plant depends on when the last freeze is in Metro Detroit.
In the past, the earliest last freeze recorded in Metro Detroit was on March 23 -- that was in 2017. The latest last freeze recorded was on May 29, 1966.
The average last freeze in Metro Detroit has been April 22.
Since we’re trending towards above-average temperatures in Metro Detroit this year, you want to look for the low temperatures recorded.
It appears starting May 8, the lowest temperatures will be in the mid to upper 30s in the Metro Detroit area.
This year, Mother’s Day, May 11, will be the best time to plant.