Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Jacksonville, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Jacksonville, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Jacksonville, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Jacksonville is April 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 19th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Jacksonville, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Jacksonville is November 1st. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Jacksonville, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Jacksonville is approximately 210 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Jacksonville, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Jacksonville, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd), direct sowing Kale (from March 8th to March 22nd), and direct sowing Alyssum (from March 22nd to April 5th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from April 12th to April 26th), direct sowing Chia (from April 19th to May 3rd), and direct sowing Sesame (from April 19th to May 3rd).