Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Caribou, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Caribou, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Caribou, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Caribou is June 13th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 27th 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 Caribou, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Caribou is September 20th. 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 Caribou, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Caribou is approximately 99 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.
Caribou, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Caribou, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from April 18th to May 2nd), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from April 4th to April 18th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from April 4th to April 18th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Beet (from May 30th to June 13th), direct sowing Hyssop (from May 30th to June 13th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from May 30th to June 13th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from June 13th to June 27th), direct sowing Cucumber (from June 20th to July 4th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from June 13th to June 27th).