Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Greenville, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Greenville, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Greenville, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Greenville is June 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 24th 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 Greenville, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Greenville is October 5th. 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 Greenville, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Greenville is approximately 117 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.
Greenville, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Greenville, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from April 29th to May 13th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from April 1st to April 15th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 15th to April 29th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from May 13th to May 27th), direct sowing Hyssop (from May 27th to June 10th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from May 20th to May 27th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from June 24th to July 1st), direct sowing Babys Breath (from June 10th to June 24th), and direct sowing Zinnia (from June 17th to July 1st).