Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Gulf breeze, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Gulf breeze, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Gulf breeze, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Gulf breeze 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 Gulf breeze, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Gulf breeze is December 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 Gulf breeze, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Gulf breeze is approximately 265 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.
Gulf breeze, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Gulf breeze, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Kale (from February 15th to March 1st), and direct sowing Carrot (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from March 22nd to April 5th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from March 22nd to April 5th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from March 22nd to April 5th).