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When to Plant Sweet Cherry Tree in Huntington Park, California (90255)

Location

Huntington Park, California

ZIP Code

90255

USDA Zone

10b

Last Frost

Thursday, January 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Based on last frost Thursday, January 15, 2026 · Zone 10b

Pro tip: Sow Sweet Cherry Tree directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Prunus avium
Days to Maturity 2190 days
Mature Height 120-360"
Spread 300"
Type Deciduous Tree
Fruit Size Small (0.75-1 inch)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

360" apart

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Sweet Cherry Tree

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🪴 Vegetative propagation

Propagate vegetatively, not by seed

Cherry seeds rarely grow true. Propagate by grafting for consistent fruit production.

Cold-stratify cherry pits for 10–12 weeks — germination can take 1–2 full growing seasons.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 0 plants of Sweet Cherry Tree. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Sweet Cherry Tree in Huntington Park, California? +

In Huntington Park (Zone 10b), direct sow Sweet Cherry Tree outdoors around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Huntington Park, California? +

The average last spring frost date for Huntington Park, California (ZIP 90255) is around Thursday, January 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10b.

How long does Sweet Cherry Tree take to grow? +

Sweet Cherry Tree typically matures in about 2190 days from direct sowing. In Huntington Park, that means you can expect harvest around Thursday, December 4, 2025 plus 2190 days.

Should I start Sweet Cherry Tree indoors or direct sow in California? +

Sweet Cherry Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Huntington Park, sow directly around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

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Growing Sweet Cherry Tree in Zone 10b

Sweet Cherry Tree (Prunus avium) is a popular garden vegetable. In Huntington Park, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, January 15, 2026. Sweet Cherry Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.