Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cedar key, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Cedar key, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cedar key, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Cedar key is February 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 11th 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 key, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Cedar key 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 Cedar key, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cedar key is approximately 303 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 key, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cedar key, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from January 28th to February 11th), direct sowing Sorrel (from January 28th to February 11th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from February 4th to February 18th), direct sowing Alyssum (from February 11th to February 25th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from February 11th to February 25th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Black Bean (from March 11th to March 25th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from March 4th to March 18th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from December 31st to January 14th), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st).