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Long Beach, CA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Long Beach, CA (USDA hardiness zone 10b). Typical last spring frost around Jan 9, 2026 32 days year to year), first fall frost around Jan 5, 202632 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Feb 19, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Long Beach, CA (covering 16 ZIPs); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.