Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Shasta, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Shasta, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Shasta, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Shasta is April 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 4th 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 Shasta, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Shasta is November 25th. 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 Shasta, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Shasta is approximately 219 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.
Shasta, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Shasta, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Arugula (from March 23rd to April 6th), direct sowing California Poppy (from March 23rd to April 6th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 20th to May 4th), direct sowing Hyssop (from April 6th to April 20th), and direct sowing Beet (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 4th to May 18th).