Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Newell, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Newell, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Newell, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Newell is June 8th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 22nd 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 Newell, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Newell is September 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 Newell, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Newell is approximately 99 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.
Newell, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Newell, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 13th to April 27th), direct sowing Spinach (from April 27th to May 11th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from April 27th to May 11th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from May 11th to May 25th), direct sowing Lettuce (from May 11th to May 25th), and direct sowing Fennel (from May 25th to June 8th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from June 15th to June 22nd), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 22nd to July 6th), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from June 8th to June 22nd).