When to Plant Guava in USDA Zone 10a
June in the garden — Zone 10a
June rewards gardeners who work with the weather, not against it. Here's how to stay in step this month in Zone 10a.
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Survive, don't thrive
June-August is endurance gardening. Keep okra, peppers, sweet potatoes, and southern peas alive. Harvest everything daily before the heat damages produce on the vine.
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Start fall tomato seeds indoors
Yes, indoors — under lights or in AC. They'll be ready to transplant in August when temperatures briefly moderate.
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Add compost to empty beds
Empty beds get a thick layer of compost + mulch to suppress weeds and feed the soil for fall planting.
Guava is a tropical fruit tree producing fragrant, vitamin C-rich fruits with pink, white, or yellow flesh. Some varieties can tolerate brief cold snaps.
In Zone 10a, the average last spring frost is around January 1 and the first fall frost is around December 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 364 days.
Guava Planting Timeline — Zone 10a
Where Is USDA Zone 10a?
The map below highlights the states that contain Zone 10a. Click any state to see the Guava planting schedule for that location.
Guava Planting Calendar — Zone 10a
| Activity | When | Date Range |
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| Transplant Outdoors | January 15 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 |
· 36" apart · Rows 48" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Transplant Outdoors |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Free Zone 10a Planting Calendar PDF
Know exactly when to plant every crop in your zone. Get a printable month-by-month calendar customized for Zone 10a with start dates, transplant windows, and harvest times.
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
365–730 days
Soil pH
5 – 7
Zone Temperature Range
30°F to 35°F average annual minimum
Growing Season
365 days (Zone 10a average)
Planting Specifications
| Plant Spacing | 36 inches apart |
| Row Spacing | 48 inches between rows |
Growing Tips for Guava in Zone 10a
Zone 10a offers a long growing season (~365 days). You can plant Guava earlier and may get multiple harvests.
Plant in a sheltered location with full sun. Water regularly during fruiting. In marginal zones, grow in large containers. Prune to maintain size and shape. Fruits ripen year-round in the tropics.
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Reduce heat stress and sun scorch in hot climates with UV-stabilized shade cloth.
Sharp bypass pruners for clean cuts on fruit trees, berry bushes, and woody herbs.
Start seeds indoors with reusable cell trays and humidity domes.
Related Plants
Guava in Other Zones
Guava by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Guava in Zone 10a?
In Zone 10a, plan your Guava planting around the average last frost date of January 1. Transplant seedlings around January 15.
Can Guava grow in Zone 10a?
Yes, Guava can grow well in Zone 10a, hardy in USDA zones 9a through 11b. Zone 10a has a growing season of approximately 364 days, which is sufficient for Guava (365-730 days to maturity).
What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?
The average last spring frost in Zone 10a is around January 1, and the first fall frost is around December 31. This gives a growing season of approximately 364 days. These are 50% probability dates — actual frost dates vary year to year.
What should I plant next to Guava?
Good companion plants for Guava include Comfrey, Basil. These companions can help with pest control, pollination, and nutrient sharing.
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