Best Plants For San Diego, CA


A variety of plants are suitable for San Diego's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 10b, with average annual lows of 35 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for San Diego, CA based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about plants for your area? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about what plants grow best in the San Diego, CA climate.
Some of the best vegetables for San Diego, CA include beets, bell peppers and carrots. Other recommended vegetables include Collard Greens, Cucumbers and Eggplant based on San Diego's USDA hardiness zone.
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Choosing plants based on the growing zone for San Diego ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of California.

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Best Time to Plant in San Diego
Check the growing calendar for San Diego at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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San Diego's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 10b
Zip Codes: 92182, 92109, 92108, 92107, 92106, 92103, 92101, 92111, 92154, 92110, 92140, 92161, 92105, 92104, 92102, 92071, 92132, 92130, 92131, 92136, 92134, 92139, 92025, 92027, 92147, 92145, 92014, 92093, 92092, 92119, 92116, 92117, 92121, 92120, 92123, 92122, 92124, 92127, 92126, 92129, 92128, 92037, 92173, 92113, 92114, 92115, 92038, 92039, 92072, 92112, 92137, 92138, 92142, 92143, 92149, 92150, 92152, 92153, 92158, 92159, 92160, 92163, 92165, 92166, 92167, 92168, 92169, 92170, 92171, 92172, 92174, 92175, 92176, 92177, 92186, 92187, 92191, 92192, 92193, 92195, 92196, 92197, 92198, 92199
Longitude: -117.1222
Latitude: 32.8313
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 35 to 40
The USDA growing zone is 10b in San Diego, CA. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in San Diego is 35 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for San Diego, CA.
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