Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Swall meadows, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Swall meadows, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Swall meadows, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Swall meadows is June 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 24th 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 Swall meadows, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Swall meadows is October 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 Swall meadows, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Swall meadows is approximately 113 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.
Swall meadows, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Swall meadows, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from April 1st to April 15th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 29th to May 13th), and starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from April 15th to April 29th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from May 13th to May 27th), direct sowing Lettuce (from May 13th to May 27th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from May 13th to May 27th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from June 17th to June 24th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from June 17th to July 1st), and direct sowing Babys Breath (from June 10th to June 24th).