When to plant kale in Sacramento
Common questions
When can I sow kale outdoors in Sacramento?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 26–Jan 16) in Sacramento, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will kale be ready to harvest in Sacramento?
Expect to harvest from around mid February (Feb 19–Mar 11) in Sacramento, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start kale seeds indoors in Sacramento?
Start seeds indoors around early January (Jan 4–Jan 25) in Sacramento, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant kale outdoors in Sacramento?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 26–Jan 16) in Sacramento, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
Can I plant kale in autumn in Sacramento?
Yes — Sacramento supports a second, autumn sowing of kale around late August (Aug 23–Sep 6), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Sacramento?
Sacramento has roughly 282 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow kale to maturity outdoors.
Sow kale 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 Sacramento's frost dates.