Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Ferndi beach, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Ferndi beach, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Ferndi beach, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Ferndi beach is March 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 15th 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 Ferndi beach, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Ferndi beach 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 Ferndi beach, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Ferndi beach is approximately 299 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.
Ferndi beach, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Ferndi beach, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from February 15th to March 1st), and direct sowing Parsley (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from March 15th to March 22nd), direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 1st to March 15th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from March 15th to March 29th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).