Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in San ferndo, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10a.
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San ferndo, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for San ferndo, CA
The average last frost date in spring for San ferndo is February 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 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 San ferndo, CA
The average first frost date in fall for San ferndo is December 15th. 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 San ferndo, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in San ferndo is approximately 317 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.
San ferndo, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
San ferndo, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from January 4th to January 18th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from January 4th to January 18th), and direct sowing Carrot (from January 11th to January 25th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Babys Breath (from February 1st to February 15th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from February 1st to February 15th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from November 23rd to December 7th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from November 23rd to December 7th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from November 23rd to December 7th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st), starting Luffa seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st).