Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oxrd, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10b.
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Oxrd, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oxrd, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Oxrd is January 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until January 15th 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 Oxrd, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Oxrd is December 31st. 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 Oxrd, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oxrd is approximately 364 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.
Oxrd, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oxrd, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from January 15th to January 29th), direct sowing Black Bean (from January 15th to January 29th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from January 1st to January 15th).
October
In October, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from December 18th to January 1st), direct sowing Beet (from December 18th to January 1st), and direct sowing Alyssum (from December 18th to January 1st).