Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cedar grove, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Cedar grove, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cedar grove, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Cedar grove is February 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 14th 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 Cedar grove, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Cedar grove is December 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 Cedar grove, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cedar grove is approximately 290 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.
Cedar grove, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cedar grove, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 31st to February 14th), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from January 31st to February 14th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from January 3rd to January 17th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from February 28th to March 14th), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from February 7th to February 14th), and direct sowing Carrot (from February 7th to February 21st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Zinnia (from March 7th to March 21st), and direct sowing Zucchini (from March 7th to March 21st).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd).