When should I plant Tomatoes in Zone 10a?

In Zone 10a, Tomatoes: start seeds indoors Nov 1--Dec 15, transplant outdoors Jan 15--Mar 1. Spring crop; may need shade in summer.

When should I plant Peppers in Zone 10a?

In Zone 10a, Peppers: start seeds indoors Nov 1--Dec 15, transplant outdoors Jan 15--Mar 1. Nearly year-round.

When should I plant Eggplant in Zone 10a?

In Zone 10a, Eggplant: start seeds indoors Nov 1--Dec 15, transplant outdoors Jan 15--Mar 1. Nearly year-round.

When should I plant Broccoli in Zone 10a?

In Zone 10a, Broccoli: start seeds indoors Aug 15--Sep 15, transplant outdoors Sep 15--Nov 1. Fall/winter crop only.

When should I plant Cauliflower in Zone 10a?

In Zone 10a, Cauliflower: start seeds indoors Aug 15--Sep 15, transplant outdoors Sep 15--Nov 1. Winter crop.

Zone 10a Planting Calendar

Zone 10a Last frost Jan 15 – Feb 1 First frost Dec 15 – Jan 1 Frost-free 300–365 days

This calendar is an approximation using average weather patterns and growing cycles and depends heavily on exact local weather and variety selection.

Indoor Start Transplant / Outdoor Direct Sow

vegetables

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Tomatoes

Peppers

Eggplant

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Cabbage

Kale

Lettuce

Spinach

Peas

Beans (bush)

Beans (pole)

Cucumbers

Summer Squash

Winter Squash

Corn

Carrots

Beets

Radishes

Onions (sets)

Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes

Watermelon

Okra

Garlic

Tropical Crops

Malabar Spinach

herbs

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Basil

Cilantro

Dill

Parsley

Rosemary

Thyme

Oregano

Sage

Mint

Lavender

Lemongrass

Turmeric

Ginger

Planning Guides

Spacing Chart How many plants per square foot

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