Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Vero beach, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 10a.
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Vero beach, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Vero beach, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Vero beach is January 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until January 15th 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 Vero beach, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Vero beach is December 31st. 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 Vero beach, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Vero beach is approximately 364 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.
Vero beach, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Vero beach, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Cucumber (from January 8th to January 22nd), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from January 15th to January 29th), and direct sowing Sesame (from January 15th to January 29th).
October
In October, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from October 23rd to November 6th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from November 20th to December 4th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from November 6th to November 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from December 4th to December 18th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from December 18th to January 1st), and direct sowing Crimson Clover (from December 4th to December 18th).