Very Low Pollen in Garden Grove, CA

Very low today, mostly grass pollen.

Last updated October 9, 2026

Today's index1out of 5Very Low
TreeNone
GrassVery Lowoff-season
WeedVery Lowoff-season

Driving it today

CupaniopsisCupaniopsisLiquidambarLiquidambarPodocarpusPodocarpusElmUlmusSyagrusSyagrus

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About pollen in Garden Grove

Pollen levels in Garden Grove are quiet today. Tree pollen is absent entirely, while both grass and weed are registering at very low levels. Most people, including those with sensitivities, should notice little to no irritation from pollen today. Looking ahead, this calm pattern is expected to hold steady over the next several days, with grass and weed pollen remaining low and tree pollen staying essentially nonexistent. This fits the season well: local trees such as Cupaniopsis, Liquidambar, Podocarpus, Elm, and Syagrus are well past their spring release and not contributing right now, while grass and weed sources are also well beyond their typical peaks. Overall, it is a light stretch for pollen in the area, making it a comfortable time for most outdoor activities.

What to do today

  • Pollen levels are very low right now. It's a great day to enjoy the outdoors!

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Garden Grove, colored by how allergenic it is. Click one for its details, and zoom in for a closer look.

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Top tree-pollen sources

The local tree genera behind today's pollen near Garden Grove. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

249 pollen-relevant trees nearby drive today's tree-pollen reading.

Meet the trees near you

Get to know the tree types growing around Garden Grove: what each looks like, how allergenic it is, and when it blooms.

Canary island pine

Canary island pine

Pinus canariensis

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
Ornamental pear

Ornamental pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
Aristocrat pear

Aristocrat pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
Afghan pine

Afghan pine

Pinus eldarica

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
California sycamore

California sycamore

Platanus racemosa

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring
Evergreen pear

Evergreen pear

Pyrus kawakamii

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
Holly oak

Holly oak

Quercus ilex

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring
Leaf plum purple

Leaf plum purple

Prunus cerasifera

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
Shamel ash

Shamel ash

Fraxinus uhdei

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring
American sweetgum

American sweetgum

Liquidambar styraciflua

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring
Aleppo pine

Aleppo pine

Pinus halepensis

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring
Glossy privet

Glossy privet

Ligustrum lucidum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring
Olive

Olive

Olea europaea

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring,summer
White mulberry

White mulberry

Morus alba

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring
Chinese elm

Chinese elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Peach

Peach

Prunus persica

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Garden Grove, CA today?
Garden Grove, CA is at a very low 1 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by grass pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 1 of 5.
Is grass pollen high in Garden Grove, CA right now?
Grass pollen is very low today at 1 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Most people won't notice it.
What plants are causing allergies in Garden Grove, CA?
The main sources right now are Cupaniopsis, Liquidambar, Podocarpus, Elm, and Syagrus.