Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bay lake, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Bay lake, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bay lake, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Bay lake is January 30th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 13th 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 Bay lake, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Bay lake is December 25th. 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 Bay lake, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bay lake is approximately 329 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.
Bay lake, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bay lake, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from January 2nd to January 16th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from January 30th to February 13th), and direct sowing Fennel (from January 16th to January 30th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from February 6th to February 20th), direct sowing Black Bean (from February 13th to February 27th), and direct sowing Sesame (from February 13th to February 27th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from November 21st to December 5th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from November 21st to December 5th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from November 21st to December 5th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from December 5th to December 19th), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from December 5th to December 19th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from December 19th to January 2nd).