Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Hawthorne, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Hawthorne, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Hawthorne, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Hawthorne is March 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 19th 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 Hawthorne, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Hawthorne is approximately 275 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.
Hawthorne, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Hawthorne, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd), starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from February 5th to February 19th), direct sowing Parsley (from February 5th to February 19th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from February 12th to February 19th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Zucchini (from March 12th to March 26th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from March 12th to March 26th), and direct sowing Jute (from March 19th to April 2nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th).