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When to Plant Strawberry in Stevenson Ranch, California (91381)

Location

Stevenson Ranch, California

ZIP Code

91381

USDA Zone

10a

Last Frost

Monday, January 25, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, December 28, 2026

Pro Tip: Strawberry can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Fragaria × ananassa
Days to Maturity 90 days
Mature Height 6-12"
Spread 12"
Type Perennial
Fruit Size Small (1-2 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

18" apart

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Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Growing Strawberry in Zone 10a

Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) is a popular garden vegetable. In Stevenson Ranch, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, December 28, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, January 25, 2027. Strawberry grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.