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What to Plant in July — USDA Zone 11a

Here's everything you can start, transplant, sow, and harvest in July in USDA Zone 11a. This zone has an average last spring frost around January 1 and first fall frost around December 31, with a growing season of approximately 364 days.

There are 4 planting activities for July in Zone 11a.

Zone 11a Year-round
364 days
Last Spring Frost January 1
364 growing days
First Fall Frost December 31

Where Is Zone 11a?

Harvest in July

Plant Type Date Range Days to Maturity
Artichoke Vegetable 120–180 days
Chayote Vegetable 120–180 days
Jicama Vegetable 120–180 days
Yam Vegetable 180–330 days

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Planting dates are estimates based on average frost dates — local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.