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When to Plant Feverfew in Amador County, CA

Feverfew is a bushy perennial herb with small daisy-like flowers and aromatic leaves. It has been used traditionally for headache relief and is a cheerful garden plant.

Amador County, California is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 8 and the first fall frost is November 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 262 days.

At an elevation of 1,335 feet, Amador County receives approximately 42.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Feverfew during the growing season.

Amador County, CA (Zone 8a) Long season
262 days
Last Spring Frost March 8
262 growing days
First Fall Frost November 25

Amador County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.7-7.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (102 days to spare)
Transplant: Feb 12 🍅 Harvest: May 14 – Jul 30
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (87 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 14 – Aug 30
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (69 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 26 🍅 Harvest: Jul 26 – Oct 11

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.7″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 8/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Feverfew needs ~1,759 GDD — county provides 4,388 GDD Excellent fit

Feverfew Planting Timeline โ€” Amador County, CA

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors March 15 Mar 15 โ€“ Mar 29
Harvest June 14 Jun 14 โ€“ Aug 30

Plant 0.5" deep ยท 8" apart ยท Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March Transplant Outdoors
April โ€”
May โ€”
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Harvest
September โ€”
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 8a

Growing Season

262 days

Growing Tips for Amador County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow on the soil surface. Deadhead regularly to prevent aggressive self-seeding. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Level Up Your Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Amador County, CA?

Amador County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 8. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Amador County, CA?

Amador County, California is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 8 and first fall frost is November 25.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Amador County, CA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.