Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Forest meadows, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Forest meadows, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Forest meadows, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Forest meadows is June 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 19th 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 Forest meadows, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Forest meadows is October 25th. 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 Forest meadows, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Forest meadows is approximately 142 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.
Forest meadows, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Forest meadows, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th), starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 24th to May 8th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from May 22nd to June 5th), direct sowing Calendula (from May 22nd to June 5th), and direct sowing Poppy (from May 8th to May 22nd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from June 12th to June 19th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from June 12th to June 26th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from June 12th to June 26th).