California · West
El Cajon, CA
Zone-aware planting reference for El Cajon. Population 103,679; USDA hardiness zone 10a; nearest curated zip code 92022.
- USDA zone
- 10a
- Population
- 103,679
- Last spring frost
- 01/06
- First fall frost
- 12/31
- Growing season
- 365 days
- Nearest zip
- 92022
Local timing baseline
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Crops suited to El Cajon
Crops whose USDA zone range includes zone 10a. 28 crops match.
Tree fruit
12 crops
Berries
3 crops
Nuts
1 crop
Vegetables
10 crops
Herbs
2 crops
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Frequently asked questions
- What USDA zone is El Cajon, CA?
El Cajon sits in USDA hardiness zone 10a, based on the nearest zip code (92022).
- When are the average last and first frost dates in El Cajon?
Based on the nearest weather station, El Cajon averages a last spring frost around 01/06 and a first fall frost around 12/31, for a growing season of about 365 days.
- What crops grow well in El Cajon?
28 crops in the ZonePlant database have a recommended USDA zone range that includes zone 10a. Tree fruit, berries, and most common vegetables are well-suited; check each crop page for variety-level guidance.
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