Frost Dates for Apopka, FL 32712
Apopka has 2 ZIP codes. The Apopka, FL frost page lists all of them with their dates.
Last spring frost January 31 · First fall frost January 12 · 346 frost-free days · USDA Zone 9b
ZIP 32712 has about 50,600 people, one of 2 ZIP codes in Apopka.
Very long season: 346 frost-free days.
Frost probability for 32712
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | March 5 | January 31 | — |
| Fall (first frost) | December 8 | January 12 | — |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at SANFORD (27.4 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Which crops fit a 346-day season in Apopka
In Apopka (346 frost-free days, a very long season), 30 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 25 get two plantings, 1 crop is perennial.
| Crop | Start indoors | Plant out / sow | Days you have | Verdict | Last sow date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato | Dec 27 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 304 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 304 available after Feb 14. | Sep 12 |
| Pepper | Dec 20 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 304 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 304 available after Feb 14. | Sep 17 |
| Lettuce | Dec 6 | Jan 3–Jan 10 | 381 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 21; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 21 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 10–Jan 17 | 388 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 388 available after Jan 10. | Nov 10 |
| Cucumber | Jan 10 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 318 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 14 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
| Beans | — | Feb 7–Feb 21 | 332 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 7 and again by Oct 23; both mature before Jan 5. | Oct 23 |
| Peas | — | Dec 6–Feb 14 | 409 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 409 available after Dec 6. | Nov 1 |
| Zucchini | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 318 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 14 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Onion | Nov 8 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 381 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 381 available after Jan 3. | — |
| Spinach | — | Dec 6–Jan 24 | 423 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 6 and again by Dec 10; both mature before Feb 2. | Dec 10 |
| Kale | Nov 22 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 395 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 25; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 25 |
| Broccoli | Dec 6 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 381 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 381 available after Jan 3. | Oct 17 |
| Cabbage | Dec 6 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 395 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 395 available after Jan 3. | Nov 10 |
| Radish | — | Dec 6–Feb 28 | 409 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 6 and again by Dec 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Dec 11 |
| Beets | — | Dec 6–Feb 28 | 409 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 6 and again by Nov 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 11 |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 17–Jan 24 | 367 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 367 available after Jan 17. | — |
| Garlic | — | Jan 12 | 451 | overwinter: Plant Jan 12 to Feb 2; harvest the following summer. | Feb 2 |
| Strawberry | — | Dec 27–Feb 21 | 402 | perennial: A perennial: plant Dec 27; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Jan 3 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 318 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 318 available after Feb 7. | Sep 24 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 14 | 311 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 311 available after Feb 14. | Aug 30 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 20 | Jan 24–Feb 7 | 360 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 360 available after Jan 24. | Oct 22 |
| Swiss Chard | Dec 6 | Jan 17–Jan 17 | 367 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 17 and again by Nov 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 11 |
| Arugula | — | Dec 6–Feb 28 | 423 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 6 and again by Dec 10; both mature before Feb 2. | Dec 10 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Dec 6 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 395 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 395 available after Jan 3. | Oct 11 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 311 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 311 available after Feb 14. | Aug 30 |
| Eggplant | Dec 13 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 304 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 304 available after Feb 14. | Sep 22 |
| Okra | Jan 3 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 325 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 7 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Basil | Dec 27 | Feb 21–Feb 21 | 311 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 21 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
| Cilantro | — | Jan 3–Jan 24 | 381 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 16; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 16 |
| Parsley | Nov 22 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 346 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 346 available after Feb 7. | Oct 27 |
| Celery | Nov 22 | Feb 7–Feb 21 | 346 | fits: 120 days to maturity, 346 available after Feb 7. | Sep 7 |
| Scallions | Nov 22 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 395 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 20; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 20 |
| Turnip | — | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 395 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 30; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 30 |
| Kohlrabi | — | Dec 20–Jan 3 | 409 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 20 and again by Nov 25; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 25 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 3 | Jan 24–Jan 31 | 360 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 24 and again by Nov 21; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 21 |
| Collards | Nov 22 | Jan 3–Jan 17 | 395 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 20; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 20 |
| Cantaloupe | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 304 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 304 available after Feb 14. | Sep 7 |
| Chives | Nov 8 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 360 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 360 available after Feb 7. | — |
| Dill | — | Dec 6–Feb 28 | 409 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 6 and again by Nov 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 11 |
| Oregano | Nov 22 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 360 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 360 available after Feb 7. | — |
| Rosemary | Nov 8 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 346 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 346 available after Feb 7. | — |
| Sage | Dec 6 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 360 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 360 available after Feb 7. | — |
| Thyme | Nov 22 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 360 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 360 available after Feb 7. | — |
| Calendula | Dec 20 | Jan 17–Jan 31 | 367 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 17 and again by Nov 16; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 16 |
| Cosmos | Jan 3 | Jan 31–Feb 14 | 332 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 31 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
| Lavender | Nov 8 | Jan 31–Feb 14 | 367 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 367 available after Jan 31. | — |
| Marigolds | Dec 20 | Jan 31–Feb 7 | 332 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 31 and again by Oct 26; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 26 |
| Melons | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 304 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 304 available after Feb 14. | Sep 7 |
| Mint | — | Jan 31–Feb 14 | 367 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 367 available after Jan 31. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Jan 3 | Jan 31–Feb 7 | 332 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 31 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Pole Beans | — | Feb 7–Feb 21 | 325 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 325 available after Feb 7. | Oct 11 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 311 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 311 available after Feb 14. | Sep 9 |
| Sunflowers | — | Jan 31–Feb 14 | 332 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 332 available after Jan 31. | Oct 6 |
| Tomatillos | Dec 6 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 311 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 311 available after Feb 7. | Sep 17 |
| Watermelon | Jan 17 | Feb 7–Feb 14 | 311 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 311 available after Feb 7. | Sep 12 |
| Yellow Squash | Jan 17 | Feb 14–Feb 21 | 318 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 14 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Zinnias | Jan 3 | Jan 31–Feb 14 | 332 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 31 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
Month by month in Apopka
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start indoors: Bok Choy (Jan 3), Corn (Jan 3), Cosmos (Jan 3), Nasturtiums (Jan 3), Okra (Jan 3), Zinnias (Jan 3), +9 more. Direct sow from: Cilantro (Jan 3), Turnip (Jan 3), Carrots (Jan 10), Garlic (Jan 12), Potatoes (Jan 17), Sunflowers (Jan 31). Transplant from: Broccoli (Jan 3), Brussel Sprouts (Jan 3), Cabbage (Jan 3), Collards (Jan 3), Kale (Jan 3), Lettuce (Jan 3), +12 more. Last frost around January 31. First frost around January 12. |
| February | Direct sow from: Beans (Feb 7), Pole Beans (Feb 7). Transplant from: Celery (Feb 7), Chives (Feb 7), Corn (Feb 7), Okra (Feb 7), Oregano (Feb 7), Parsley (Feb 7), +17 more. Last sowing dates: Garlic (Feb 2). |
| March | Transplant warm-season crops outdoors. Sow beans, cucumbers, and squash. |
| April | Main warm-season planting window. Direct sow melons and sweet corn. |
| May | Succession plant lettuce. Keep beds irrigated as temperatures climb. |
| June | Monitor for heat stress. Harvest zucchini and cucumbers frequently. |
| July | Harvest regularly to encourage continued production. Watch for pests. |
| August | Last sowing dates: Butternut Squash (Aug 30), Pumpkin (Aug 30). |
| September | Last sowing dates: Cantaloupe (Sep 7), Celery (Sep 7), Melons (Sep 7), Spaghetti Squash (Sep 9), Tomato (Sep 12), Watermelon (Sep 12), +4 more. |
| October | Last sowing dates: Sunflowers (Oct 6), Brussel Sprouts (Oct 11), Pole Beans (Oct 11), Basil (Oct 16), Cosmos (Oct 16), Cucumber (Oct 16), +10 more. |
| November | Start indoors: Chives (Nov 8), Lavender (Nov 8), Onion (Nov 8), Rosemary (Nov 8), Celery (Nov 22), Collards (Nov 22), +5 more. Last sowing dates: Peas (Nov 1), Cabbage (Nov 10), Carrots (Nov 10), Beets (Nov 11), Dill (Nov 11), Swiss Chard (Nov 11), +9 more. |
| December | Start indoors: Broccoli (Dec 6), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 6), Cabbage (Dec 6), Lettuce (Dec 6), Sage (Dec 6), Swiss Chard (Dec 6), +8 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Dec 6), Beets (Dec 6), Dill (Dec 6), Peas (Dec 6), Radish (Dec 6), Spinach (Dec 6), +1 more. Plant: Strawberry (Dec 27). Last sowing dates: Arugula (Dec 10), Spinach (Dec 10), Radish (Dec 11). |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Apopka, FL (ZIP 32712)?
The median last spring frost date for Apopka, FL (ZIP code 32712) is around January 31. This is the 50th-percentile date — meaning half of all years see frost end before this date. Use the 10% and 90% dates to understand the full range of risk in your area.
What is the first fall frost date in Apopka, FL?
The median first fall frost date for Apopka, FL is around January 12. Plan to harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes and peppers at least a week before this date to avoid losses. The first frost arrives around December 8 in the earliest one-in-ten years, so cover tomatoes and peppers from then.
How long is the growing season in Apopka, FL?
The frost-free growing season in Apopka is about 346 days. This window — from your last spring frost to your first fall frost — is when warm-season vegetables thrive. Cold-hardy crops like kale, spinach, and peas can extend your season by weeks on either side. In Apopka (346 frost-free days, a very long season), 30 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 25 get two plantings, 1 crop is perennial.
What USDA hardiness zone is Apopka, FL?
Apopka, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b (2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map). Zones come from the average coldest winter temperature, so they tell you which perennials survive the winter; the frost dates on this page tell you when to plant.
When should I start tomatoes indoors in Apopka, FL?
Start tomatoes indoors Dec 27 and plant out Feb 14 in Apopka. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Apopka?
Two: plant Jan 3 and again by Nov 21; both mature before Jan 19.
When do I plant garlic in Apopka?
Jan 12 to Feb 2; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I get two tomato crops in Apopka?
Yes: plant out Feb 14 for a summer crop, and set out a second round of transplants by Sep 12 for a fall crop.
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