When to plant cauliflower in Fresno
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Fresno?
Expect to harvest from around late February (Feb 23–Mar 20) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Fresno?
Start seeds indoors around mid December (Dec 20–Jan 10) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Fresno?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fresno, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Fresno?
Yes — Fresno supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around early August (Aug 9–Aug 23), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Fresno?
Fresno has roughly 313 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow cauliflower to maturity outdoors.
Sow cauliflower as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Fresno's frost dates.