Plant Tomatoes in Zone 9a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 9a
Start indoors
Jan 11
Transplant
Mar 15
Harvest (~75d)
May 29
In Zone 9a, the average last spring frost is around March. Tomatoes is a tender crop, so give it a head start indoors about 7 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.
Last spring frost
Mar 1
First fall frost
Nov 30
Growing season
274 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start tomatoes in Zone 9a?
Start tomatoes seeds indoors around Jan 11 (Zone 9a).
Can I direct sow tomatoes in Zone 9a?
Tomatoes is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 9a rather than direct sown.