Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Point are, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Point are, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Point are, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Point are 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 Point are, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Point are is December 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 Point are, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Point are is approximately 223 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.
Point are, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Point are, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Kale (from April 3rd to April 17th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from May 15th to May 29th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 1st to May 15th), and direct sowing Melon (from May 15th to May 29th).