Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Defuniak springs, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Defuniak springs, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Defuniak springs, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Defuniak springs is March 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 29th 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 Defuniak springs, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Defuniak springs is November 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 Defuniak springs, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Defuniak springs is approximately 245 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.
Defuniak springs, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Defuniak springs, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from February 15th to March 1st), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from February 15th to March 1st), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Zucchini (from March 22nd to April 5th), direct sowing Jute (from March 29th to April 12th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from March 15th to March 29th).