Here is the latest USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map for New York State.

In 1990 we were Zone 5A.

In 2011 we became Zone 5B.

If you look closely, you will see that Binghamton is currently in Zone 6A (-10 to -5 degrees F).

Steady warming.

Just in time for starting your seeds for Spring, please remember to READ the back of your Seed Packet.

Plant Type, Planting Depth, Thin to,

Light Requirement, Mature Height,

Days to Germination.

Planting guidelines for

Direct sowing outdoors; starting Indoors

bloom period.

Seed viability (bottom of the packet).

Paying close attention to this information will significantly increase you chance of success.