What hardiness zone is Victoria?

Victoria is in Canadian Hardiness Zone 8. Pacific mild – palms, figs, year-round greens

When is the last frost in Victoria?

The average last frost date in Victoria is March or frost-free most years. Always watch local forecasts as it varies year to year.

What vegetables grow best in Victoria?

Zone 8 gardens in Victoria do well with cold-hardy brassicas, root vegetables, and many perennials. With a short frost-free period of around 200 days, choose varieties with days-to-maturity suited to your zone.

Gardening in Victoria, British Columbia

Gardening in British Columbia

British Columbia offers Canada's most diverse gardening conditions – from Zone 8 coastal rainforest near Victoria to Zone 3 boreal north of Prince George. The Lower Mainland's mild winters enable year-round growing that most Canadians can only dream about.

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Planting Calendar – August 2026

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Growing season Shoulder This month

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Start Indoors	Start leeks for overwintering (mild zones)
Direct Sow	Fall greens: spinach, arugula, mâche
Key Tasks	Harvest garlic when tops die back

Frost Dates – Victoria

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Last Spring Frost

March or frost-free most years

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First Fall Frost

December or frost-free

Frost-free period: Approximately 200 days. Always check Environment Canada's local forecast — frost dates can vary by 2–3 weeks depending on microclimates, elevation, and annual weather patterns.