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Fresno, CA Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Fresno usually comes around Feb 20. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 9 – Jan 23 and plant them outside Mar 6 – Mar 20.

Last spring frostFeb 20

When to plant vegetables in Fresno

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 9 – Jan 23Mar 6 – Mar 20—
PeppersJan 2 – Jan 16Mar 13 – Mar 27—
EggplantJan 2 – Jan 16Mar 13 – Mar 27—
Cucumbers—Mar 6 – Mar 20—
Zucchini & summer squash—Mar 6 – Mar 20—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 13 – Mar 27—
Green beans—Mar 6 – Mar 20—
Sweet corn—Mar 6 – Mar 20—
BasilJan 23 – Feb 6Mar 6 – Mar 20—
LettuceDec 26 – Jan 9Jan 23 – Mar 6—
Spinach—Jan 9 – Jan 30—
Peas—Jan 9 – Jan 30—
Carrots—Jan 23 – Feb 27—
Radishes—Jan 16 – Mar 6—
BroccoliDec 12 – Dec 26Jan 23 – Feb 6—
KaleDec 26 – Jan 9Jan 16 – Jan 30—
Onions—Jan 23 – Feb 6—
Potatoes—Jan 30 – Feb 27—
Garlic———

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Fresno. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Fresno

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Onions, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Radishes
  4. AprilPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  9. SeptemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  10. OctoberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  11. NovemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Fresno?

The median last spring frost is Feb 20, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Fresno?

Start seeds indoors Jan 9 – Jan 23 and set plants outside Mar 6 – Mar 20, once nights stay above 50°F.

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