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Pensacola, FL Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Pensacola usually comes around Jan 25. Start tomatoes indoors Dec 14 – Dec 28 and plant them outside Feb 8 – Feb 22.

Last spring frostJan 25

When to plant vegetables in Pensacola

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesDec 14 – Dec 28Feb 8 – Feb 22—
PeppersDec 7 – Dec 21Feb 15 – Mar 1—
EggplantDec 7 – Dec 21Feb 15 – Mar 1—
Cucumbers—Feb 8 – Feb 22—
Zucchini & summer squash—Feb 8 – Feb 22—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Feb 15 – Mar 1—
Green beans—Feb 8 – Feb 22—
Sweet corn—Feb 8 – Feb 22—
BasilDec 28 – Jan 11Feb 8 – Feb 22—
LettuceNov 30 – Dec 14Dec 28 – Feb 8—
Spinach—Dec 14 – Jan 4—
Peas—Dec 14 – Jan 4—
Carrots—Dec 28 – Feb 1—
Radishes—Dec 21 – Feb 8—
BroccoliNov 16 – Nov 30Dec 28 – Jan 11—
KaleNov 30 – Dec 14Dec 21 – Jan 4—
Onions—Dec 28 – Jan 11—
Potatoes—Jan 4 – Feb 1—
Garlic———

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

Month-by-month planting in Pensacola

  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, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Peppers, Eggplant, Pumpkins & winter squash
  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 Pensacola?

The median last spring frost is Jan 25, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Pensacola?

Start seeds indoors Dec 14 – Dec 28 and set plants outside Feb 8 – Feb 22, once nights stay above 50°F.

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