Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pine grove, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Pine grove, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pine grove, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Pine grove is May 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 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 Pine grove, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Pine grove is November 10th. 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 Pine grove, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pine grove is approximately 193 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.
Pine grove, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pine grove, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Cilantro (from April 17th to May 15th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 3rd to April 17th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from May 15th to May 29th), direct sowing Black Bean (from May 15th to May 29th), and direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 8th to May 15th).