Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Truckee, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Truckee, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Truckee, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Truckee is June 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until July 9th 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 Truckee, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Truckee is September 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 Truckee, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Truckee is approximately 68 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.
Truckee, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Truckee, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 30th to May 14th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from May 14th to May 28th), direct sowing Chervil (from May 28th to June 11th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from May 14th to May 28th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from June 11th to June 25th), direct sowing Dill (from June 11th to June 25th), and direct sowing Cilantro (from June 11th to July 9th).
July
In July, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from July 2nd to July 16th), direct sowing Okra (from July 9th to July 23rd), and direct sowing Cosmos (from July 2nd to July 9th).