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Jacksonville, FL Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Jacksonville usually comes around Jan 24. Start tomatoes indoors Dec 13 – Dec 27 and plant them outside Feb 7 – Feb 21.

Last spring frostJan 24

When to plant vegetables in Jacksonville

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesDec 13 – Dec 27Feb 7 – Feb 21—
PeppersDec 6 – Dec 20Feb 14 – Feb 28—
EggplantDec 6 – Dec 20Feb 14 – Feb 28—
Cucumbers—Feb 7 – Feb 21—
Zucchini & summer squash—Feb 7 – Feb 21—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Feb 14 – Feb 28—
Green beans—Feb 7 – Feb 21—
Sweet corn—Feb 7 – Feb 21—
BasilDec 27 – Jan 10Feb 7 – Feb 21—
LettuceNov 29 – Dec 13Dec 27 – Feb 7—
Spinach—Dec 13 – Jan 3—
Peas—Dec 13 – Jan 3—
Carrots—Dec 27 – Jan 31—
Radishes—Dec 20 – Feb 7—
BroccoliNov 15 – Nov 29Dec 27 – Jan 10—
KaleNov 29 – Dec 13Dec 20 – Jan 3—
Onions—Dec 27 – Jan 10—
Potatoes—Jan 3 – Jan 31—
Garlic———

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Jacksonville. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Jacksonville

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  2. FebruaryPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Radishes
  3. MarchPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  4. AprilPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  9. SeptemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  10. OctoberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  11. NovemberStart indoors: Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Jacksonville?

The median last spring frost is Jan 24, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Jacksonville?

Start seeds indoors Dec 13 – Dec 27 and set plants outside Feb 7 – Feb 21, once nights stay above 50°F.

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