Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak hills, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Oak hills, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak hills, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Oak hills 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 Oak hills, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Oak hills is November 5th. 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 Oak hills, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak hills is approximately 194 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.
Oak hills, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak hills, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Sage seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Mustard (from March 28th to April 11th), and direct sowing Sorrel (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from April 11th to April 25th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 25th to May 9th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 11th to April 25th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 9th to May 23rd), direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 2nd to May 16th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from May 2nd to May 16th).