Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mad river, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Mad river, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mad river, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Mad river is May 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 3rd 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 Mad river, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Mad river is October 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 Mad river, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mad river is approximately 148 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.
Mad river, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mad river, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Arugula (from April 22nd to May 6th), direct sowing Watercress (from April 22nd to May 6th), and direct sowing Carrot (from April 29th to May 13th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from May 27th to June 10th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from May 27th to June 10th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from May 27th to June 10th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from June 3rd to June 17th), direct sowing Watermelon (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 3rd to June 17th).