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Florida Growing Guide

Capital: TallahasseeSoutheast Region

Complete growing guide for Florida gardeners. Learn what to plant, when to plant, and how to succeed with tropical to subtropical climate conditions across zones 8, 9, 10, 11.

8, 9, 10, 11

USDA Zones

270-365

Days Season

January 1

Last Frost (Early)

November 15

First Frost (Early)

Climate & Growing Conditions

Climate Type

Tropical to Subtropical

Growing season of 270 to 365 days

Frost Dates

Last Spring Frost: January 1March 15

First Fall Frost: November 15Never

Common Soil Types

SandyMuck (Everglades)MarlShell

⚠️ Growing Challenges

  • Nematodes
  • Hurricanes
  • High humidity
  • Sandy soil nutrients

Growing Advantages

  • Year-round growing
  • Winter vegetable production
  • Frost-free (south)

Florida's Famous Crops

Oranges
Tomatoes
Strawberries
Sweet corn
Sugarcane

📅 Florida Monthly Planting Calendar

See what to plant each month in Florida based on your local frost dates

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Resources

Florida Cooperative Extension

Get expert local advice from your state's agricultural extension service

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