Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Harmony grove, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Harmony grove, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Harmony grove, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Harmony grove is March 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 8th 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 Harmony grove, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Harmony grove is December 10th. 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 Harmony grove, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Harmony grove is approximately 260 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.
Harmony grove, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Harmony grove, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Spinach (from February 11th to February 25th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from March 11th to March 25th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 11th to March 25th), and direct sowing Cilantro (from March 11th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from April 1st to April 15th), direct sowing Jute (from April 8th to April 22nd), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 1st to April 15th).