Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Isla vista, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10a.
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Isla vista, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Isla vista, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Isla vista is January 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until January 29th 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 Isla vista, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Isla vista 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 Isla vista, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Isla vista is approximately 334 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.
Isla vista, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Isla vista, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from January 29th to February 12th), direct sowing Anise (from January 22nd to January 29th), and direct sowing Babys Breath (from January 15th to January 29th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), and starting Stevia seeds indoors (from November 20th to December 4th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from December 4th to December 18th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from December 18th to January 1st), starting Kale seeds indoors (from December 4th to December 18th), and direct sowing Kale (from December 18th to January 1st).