California is one of the best regions in the United States for year-round gardening thanks to its mild climate, fertile soils, long growing seasons, and diverse planting zones. From cool mountains to warm subtropical regions, California supports more than 200 crops including avocados, tomatoes, greens, herbs, brassicas, and root vegetables. In Southern California, fall is an ideal season for planting cool-weather vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, kale, garlic, lettuce, and r