Gardening in British Columbia
British Columbia spans Zone 3 boreal to Zone 8 coastal paradise. The Lower Mainland's mild winters enable near year-round growing, while Interior gardeners maximize hot, dry summers for fruits and vegetables.
Today's Tip for Vancouver
March 2026 Planting Guide
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| Task | March – Zone 7 |
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| Start Indoors | Tomatoes, peppers (6-8 wks pre-frost) |
| Direct Sow | Spinach, radish in cold frame (Zone 6+) |
| Key Tasks | Prune dormant fruit trees |
Frost Dates – Vancouver
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Last Spring Frost
Late March
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First Fall Frost
November
Frost-free period: ~185 days. Always verify with Environment Canada forecasts — dates can vary ±2 weeks based on elevation and microclimate.
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