Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Weeki wachee gardens, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Weeki wachee gardens, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Weeki wachee gardens, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Weeki wachee gardens 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 Weeki wachee gardens, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Weeki wachee gardens 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 Weeki wachee gardens, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Weeki wachee gardens 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.
Weeki wachee gardens, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Weeki wachee gardens, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from January 28th to February 11th), direct sowing Poppy (from January 28th to February 11th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Babys Breath (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Lentil (from February 11th to February 25th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from March 11th to March 25th), direct sowing Morning Glory (from March 4th to March 18th), and direct sowing Melon (from March 11th to March 25th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st), starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from December 31st to January 14th).