Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Twain harte, CA, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Twain harte, CA Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Twain harte, CA
The average last frost date in spring for Twain harte 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 Twain harte, CA
The average first frost date in fall for Twain harte is November 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 Twain harte, CA
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Twain harte is approximately 144 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.
Twain harte, CA Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Twain harte, CA Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from April 15th to April 29th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from April 1st to April 15th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from April 1st to April 15th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from May 13th to May 27th), direct sowing California Poppy (from May 13th to May 27th), and direct sowing Kale (from May 13th to May 27th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from June 17th to June 24th), direct sowing Corn (from June 24th to July 1st), and direct sowing Morning Glory (from June 17th to July 1st).