Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Escondido, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10a.
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Escondido, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Escondido, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Escondido is February 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 15th 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 Escondido, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Escondido 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 Escondido, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Escondido is approximately 317 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.
Escondido, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Escondido, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from January 18th to February 1st), direct sowing Mustard (from January 4th to January 18th), and direct sowing Kale (from January 4th to January 18th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Anise (from February 8th to February 15th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 8th to February 22nd).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from November 23rd to December 7th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from November 23rd to December 7th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from November 23rd to December 7th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st).