Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Rancho palos verdes, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 11a.
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Rancho palos verdes, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Rancho palos verdes, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Rancho palos verdes 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 Rancho palos verdes, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Rancho palos verdes 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 Rancho palos verdes, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Rancho palos verdes 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.
Rancho palos verdes, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Rancho palos verdes, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from January 8th to January 22nd), direct sowing Pumpkin (from January 8th to January 22nd), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from January 8th to January 22nd).
October
In October, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), and starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), and direct sowing Pea (from November 20th to December 4th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from December 18th to January 1st), direct sowing Arugula (from December 4th to December 18th), and direct sowing Sorrel (from December 4th to December 18th).