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Goleta, CA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Goleta, CA (USDA hardiness zone 10a). Typical last spring frost around Dec 31, 2026 20 days year to year), first fall frost around Dec 20, 202619 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jan 25, 2027 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Goleta, CA’s first frost (~Dec 20, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Goleta

93117

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Goleta, CA (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.