Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fort deud, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Fort deud, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fort deud, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Fort deud is January 30th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 13th 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 Fort deud, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Fort deud is January 5th. 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 Fort deud, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fort deud is approximately 340 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.
Fort deud, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fort deud, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Mustard (from January 2nd to January 16th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from January 2nd to January 16th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 2nd to January 16th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Cucumber (from February 6th to February 20th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from February 13th to February 27th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 6th to February 20th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from November 21st to December 5th), starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from November 21st to December 5th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from November 21st to December 5th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from December 5th to December 19th), starting Thyme seeds indoors (from December 5th to December 19th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from December 19th to January 2nd).