Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bristol, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Bristol, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bristol, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Bristol is March 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 24th 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 Bristol, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Bristol is November 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 Bristol, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bristol is approximately 260 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.
Bristol, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bristol, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from January 13th to January 27th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 13th to January 27th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 13th to January 27th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from February 10th to February 24th), direct sowing Potato (from February 10th to February 24th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from February 10th to February 24th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from March 17th to March 31st), direct sowing Cosmos (from March 17th to March 24th), and direct sowing Corn (from March 24th to March 31st).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 30th to January 13th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 30th to January 13th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 30th to January 13th).