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Redding, CA Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Redding usually comes around Mar 2 and the first fall frost around Nov 28, a growing season of about 271 days. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 19 – Feb 2 and plant them outside Mar 16 – Mar 30.

Last spring frostMar 2
First fall frostNov 28
Growing season271 days

When to plant vegetables in Redding

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 19 – Feb 2Mar 16 – Mar 30—
PeppersJan 12 – Jan 26Mar 23 – Apr 6—
EggplantJan 12 – Jan 26Mar 23 – Apr 6—
Cucumbers—Mar 16 – Mar 30—
Zucchini & summer squash—Mar 16 – Mar 30—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 23 – Apr 6—
Green beans—Mar 16 – Mar 30Sep 5 – Sep 19
Sweet corn—Mar 16 – Mar 30—
BasilFeb 2 – Feb 16Mar 16 – Mar 30—
LettuceJan 5 – Jan 19Feb 2 – Mar 16Oct 3 – Oct 17
Spinach—Jan 19 – Feb 9Oct 3 – Oct 17
Peas—Jan 19 – Feb 9Sep 19 – Oct 3
Carrots—Feb 2 – Mar 9Sep 5 – Sep 19
Radishes—Jan 26 – Mar 16Oct 17 – Oct 31
BroccoliDec 22 – Jan 5Feb 2 – Feb 16Sep 5 – Sep 19
KaleJan 5 – Jan 19Jan 26 – Feb 9Sep 19 – Oct 3
Onions—Feb 2 – Feb 16—
Potatoes—Feb 9 – Mar 9—
Garlic——Nov 14 – Dec 19

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

Month-by-month planting in Redding

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  4. AprilPlant outside: Peppers, Eggplant, Pumpkins & winter squash
  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. SeptemberPlant outside: Green beans, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberStart indoors: BroccoliPlant outside: Garlic

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 Redding?

The median last spring frost is Mar 2 and the median first fall frost is Nov 28, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Redding?

Start seeds indoors Jan 19 – Feb 2 and set plants outside Mar 16 – Mar 30, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Redding?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 28): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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