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Sacramento, CA Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Sacramento usually comes around Feb 8. Start tomatoes indoors Dec 28 – Jan 11 and plant them outside Feb 22 – Mar 8.

Last spring frostFeb 8

When to plant vegetables in Sacramento

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesDec 28 – Jan 11Feb 22 – Mar 8—
PeppersDec 21 – Jan 4Mar 1 – Mar 15—
EggplantDec 21 – Jan 4Mar 1 – Mar 15—
Cucumbers—Feb 22 – Mar 8—
Zucchini & summer squash—Feb 22 – Mar 8—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 1 – Mar 15—
Green beans—Feb 22 – Mar 8—
Sweet corn—Feb 22 – Mar 8—
BasilJan 11 – Jan 25Feb 22 – Mar 8—
LettuceDec 14 – Dec 28Jan 11 – Feb 22—
Spinach—Dec 28 – Jan 18—
Peas—Dec 28 – Jan 18—
Carrots—Jan 11 – Feb 15—
Radishes—Jan 4 – Feb 22—
BroccoliNov 30 – Dec 14Jan 11 – Jan 25—
KaleDec 14 – Dec 28Jan 4 – Jan 18—
Onions—Jan 11 – Jan 25—
Potatoes—Jan 18 – Feb 15—
Garlic———

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

Month-by-month planting in Sacramento

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  2. FebruaryPlant outside: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
  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. NovemberStart indoors: Broccoli
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas

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 Sacramento?

The median last spring frost is Feb 8, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Sacramento?

Start seeds indoors Dec 28 – Jan 11 and set plants outside Feb 22 – Mar 8, once nights stay above 50°F.

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