Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in La porte, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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La porte, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for La porte, CA
The average last frost date in spring for La porte is June 14th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 28th 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 La porte, CA
The average first frost date in fall for La porte is September 20th. 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 La porte, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in La porte is approximately 98 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.
La porte, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
La porte, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from April 19th to May 3rd), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from April 5th to April 19th), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from April 19th to May 3rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from May 17th to May 31st), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from May 17th to May 31st), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from May 17th to May 31st).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from June 28th to July 12th), direct sowing Gladiolus (from June 14th to June 28th), and direct sowing Corn (from June 28th to July 5th).