Beginning in December and ending in February, winter season lasts about six to eight weeks.

The days are cool and daylight is short. Frost and freezes occur during this period. Watch the weather forecast for frost and freeze warnings, and take measures to protect frost sensitive plants.

There's not much growing in the vegetable garden at this time, and planting opportunity is limited. .

It's harvest time for your fall plantings: root crops such as carrots, potatoes,  radishes and salad items such as lettuce, kale, spinach and similar greens.

Citrus fruit will begin to color and sweeten during this time, and will be ready for harvest by the end of the season.

Continue to plant cool season vegetables. Lettuces, Greens, Broccoli – lots of choices.

Begin harvesting citrus. Taste for ripeness, and enjoy.

Prepare for frosts and freezes. These are common after our winter rains are followed by cold air. Use frost-cloth, sheets, and lights if necessary. Learn what plants are more susceptible to the cold.