Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lucerne valley, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Lucerne valley, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lucerne valley, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Lucerne valley is April 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 9th 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 Lucerne valley, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Lucerne valley is November 1st. 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 Lucerne valley, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lucerne valley is approximately 190 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.
Lucerne valley, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lucerne valley, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from March 28th to April 11th), direct sowing Potato (from March 28th to April 11th), and direct sowing Flax (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Dill (from April 11th to April 25th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 11th to April 25th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 4th to April 11th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cucumber (from May 2nd to May 16th), direct sowing Zucchini (from May 2nd to May 16th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 9th to May 23rd).