Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Winter beach, FL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Winter beach, FL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Winter beach, FL
The average last frost date in spring for Winter beach is January 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 3rd 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 Winter beach, FL
The average first frost date in fall for Winter beach is January 1st. 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 Winter beach, FL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Winter beach is approximately 346 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.
Winter beach, FL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Winter beach, FL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from January 27th to February 3rd), direct sowing Sunflower (from January 27th to February 10th), and direct sowing Lentil (from January 6th to January 20th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from February 3rd to February 17th), direct sowing Black Bean (from February 3rd to February 17th), and direct sowing Melon (from February 3rd to February 17th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from November 25th to December 9th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from November 25th to December 9th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from November 11th to November 25th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from December 23rd to January 6th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from December 23rd to January 6th), and direct sowing Mustard (from December 23rd to January 6th).