Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Berkeley, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10a.
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Berkeley, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Berkeley, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Berkeley is January 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until January 29th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Berkeley, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Berkeley is December 15th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Berkeley, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Berkeley is approximately 334 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Berkeley, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Berkeley, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Fenugreek (from January 15th to January 29th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from January 22nd to February 5th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from January 1st to January 15th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from November 20th to December 4th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from November 20th to December 4th), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from November 20th to December 4th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from December 4th to December 18th), direct sowing Kale (from December 18th to January 1st), direct sowing California Poppy (from December 18th to January 1st), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from December 4th to December 18th).