Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Poplar cotton center, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Poplar cotton center, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Poplar cotton center, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Poplar cotton center is March 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 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 Poplar cotton center, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Poplar cotton center is November 20th. 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 Poplar cotton center, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Poplar cotton center is approximately 264 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.
Poplar cotton center, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Poplar cotton center, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), and direct sowing Pea (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from February 1st to February 15th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from March 15th to March 29th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from March 1st to March 15th), and direct sowing Sesame (from March 15th to March 29th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).