Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bowling green, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Bowling green, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bowling green, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Bowling green is February 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 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 Bowling green, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Bowling green 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 Bowling green, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bowling green is approximately 323 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.
Bowling green, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bowling green, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from January 8th to January 22nd), direct sowing Carrot (from January 15th to January 29th), and direct sowing Sorrel (from January 8th to January 22nd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Cosmos (from February 12th to February 19th), and direct sowing Zucchini (from February 12th to February 26th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th).