Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Williston highlands, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Williston highlands, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Williston highlands, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Williston highlands is February 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 14th 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 Williston highlands, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Williston highlands is December 15th. 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 Williston highlands, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Williston highlands is approximately 290 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.
Williston highlands, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Williston highlands, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 3rd to January 17th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 31st to February 14th), and direct sowing Arugula (from January 31st to February 14th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Quinoa (from February 14th to February 28th), direct sowing Calendula (from February 14th to February 28th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Morning Glory (from March 7th to March 21st), and direct sowing Cosmos (from March 7th to March 14th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd).