Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in North weeki wachee, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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North weeki wachee, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for North weeki wachee, FL
The average last frost date in spring for North weeki wachee is February 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 11th 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 North weeki wachee, FL
The average first frost date in fall for North weeki wachee 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 North weeki wachee, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in North weeki wachee is approximately 298 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.
North weeki wachee, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
North weeki wachee, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from January 14th to January 28th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 14th to January 28th), and direct sowing Chervil (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lemon Balm (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Swiss Chard (from February 11th to February 25th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from February 11th to February 25th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Sesame (from March 11th to March 25th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 11th to March 25th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from December 31st to January 14th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from December 31st to January 14th), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st).