Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Flagler estates, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Flagler estates, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Flagler estates, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Flagler estates 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 Flagler estates, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Flagler estates is December 20th. 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 Flagler estates, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Flagler estates is approximately 295 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.
Flagler estates, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Flagler estates, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 31st to February 14th), starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 3rd to January 17th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st), and direct sowing Kale (from January 31st to February 14th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Dill (from February 14th to February 28th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from February 14th to February 28th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from February 7th to February 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Cucumber (from March 7th to March 21st), direct sowing Anise (from March 7th to March 14th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from March 14th to March 28th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd).