Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Placerville, CO, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Placerville, CO Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Placerville, CO
The average last frost date in spring for Placerville is June 2nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 16th 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 Placerville, CO
The average first frost date in fall for Placerville is September 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 Placerville, CO
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Placerville is approximately 115 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.
Placerville, CO Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Placerville, CO Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 24th to April 7th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 24th to April 7th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 24th to April 7th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Sage seeds indoors (from April 21st to May 5th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from April 21st to May 5th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 21st to May 5th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from May 5th to May 19th), direct sowing Poppy (from May 5th to May 19th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from May 5th to May 19th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from June 9th to June 23rd), direct sowing Sesame (from June 16th to June 30th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from June 9th to June 23rd).