Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Silver city, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Silver city, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Silver city, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Silver city is June 19th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until July 3rd 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 Silver city, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Silver city is September 10th. 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 Silver city, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Silver city is approximately 83 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.
Silver city, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Silver city, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from April 24th to May 8th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from April 24th to May 8th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Arugula (from May 22nd to June 5th), direct sowing Parsley (from May 22nd to June 5th), and direct sowing Pea (from May 8th to May 22nd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from June 5th to June 19th), direct sowing Cucumber (from June 26th to July 10th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from June 26th to July 10th).
July
In July, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from July 3rd to July 17th) and direct sowing Lima Bean (from July 3rd to July 17th).