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When to Plant Fruit Trees in Northern California: Chill Hours & Frost-Free Window by Region

September 17, 2026 by Lionel Zielinski
When to Plant Fruit Trees in Northern California: Chill Hours & Frost-Free Window by Region

Planting fruit trees in Northern California at the wrong time could mean watching your investment wither before it ever bears fruit. The perfect window depends on more than just the calendar—chill hours, frost dates, and…

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Lionel Zielinski

Lionel Zielinski
I’ve always had a soft spot for the quiet magic of watching something grow—whether it’s a stubborn seedling breaking through soil or a tomato vine sprawling across a trellis. My grandmother’s garden in upstate New York was my first classroom, where I learned that the best lessons in gardening aren’t found in books but in the dirt under your nails. This site is my way of paying forward those early lessons: practical tips, hard-won wisdom, and the occasional triumph (or disaster) from my own garden. If you’re here, I hope you’ll find something to plant—literally or otherwise.

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