Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Imperial beach, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10b.
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Imperial beach, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Imperial beach, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Imperial beach is January 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until January 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 Imperial beach, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Imperial beach is December 31st. 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 Imperial beach, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Imperial beach is approximately 364 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.
Imperial beach, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Imperial beach, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from January 15th to January 29th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from January 1st to January 15th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from January 8th to January 22nd).
October
In October, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from November 20th to December 4th), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from December 4th to December 18th), direct sowing Kale (from December 4th to December 18th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from December 4th to December 18th).