Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bayshore gardens, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Bayshore gardens, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bayshore gardens, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Bayshore gardens is January 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 3rd 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 Bayshore gardens, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Bayshore gardens is January 15th. 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 Bayshore gardens, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bayshore gardens is approximately 360 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.
Bayshore gardens, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bayshore gardens, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Swiss Chard (from January 6th to January 20th), direct sowing Quinoa (from January 6th to January 20th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from January 6th to January 20th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from February 3rd to February 17th), direct sowing Corn (from February 3rd to February 10th), and direct sowing Okra (from February 3rd to February 17th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from November 25th to December 9th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from November 25th to December 9th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from November 25th to December 9th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from December 23rd to January 6th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from December 23rd to January 6th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from December 23rd to January 6th).