When to plant broccoli in Riverside
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Riverside?
Expect to harvest from around early April (Apr 3–Apr 28) in Riverside, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 70%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Riverside?
Start seeds indoors around early January (Jan 5–Jan 26) in Riverside, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 74%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Riverside?
Transplant outdoors around early February (Feb 2–Feb 23) in Riverside, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Riverside?
Yes — Riverside supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around late August (Aug 22–Sep 5), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Riverside?
Riverside has roughly 293 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow broccoli to maturity outdoors.
Sow broccoli 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 Riverside's frost dates.