Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Salmon creek, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Salmon creek, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Salmon creek, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Salmon creek is April 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 29th 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 Salmon creek, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Salmon creek is December 1st. 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 Salmon creek, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Salmon creek is approximately 230 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.
Salmon creek, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Salmon creek, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 1st), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from April 29th to May 13th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 22nd to May 6th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from April 22nd to May 6th).