Frost Dates for Bradenton, FL 34211
Bradenton has 10 ZIP codes. The Bradenton, FL frost page lists all of them with their dates.
Last spring frost January 28 · First fall frost January 6 · 343 frost-free days · USDA Zone 10a
ZIP 34211 has about 25,000 people, one of 10 ZIP codes in Bradenton.
Very long season: 343 frost-free days.
Frost probability for 34211
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | March 1 | January 28 | — |
| Fall (first frost) | December 11 | January 6 | — |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at PARRISH (18.0 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Which crops fit a 343-day season in Bradenton
In Bradenton (343 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 24 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 301 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 11. | Sep 6 |
| Pepper | Dec 17 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 301 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 11. | Sep 11 |
| Lettuce | Dec 3 | Dec 31–Jan 7 | 378 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 15; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 15 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 7–Jan 14 | 385 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 385 available after Jan 7. | Nov 4 |
| Cucumber | Jan 7 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 315 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 11 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
| Beans | — | Feb 4–Feb 18 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 4 and again by Oct 17; both mature before Dec 30. | Oct 17 |
| Peas | — | Dec 3–Feb 11 | 406 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 406 available after Dec 3. | Oct 26 |
| Zucchini | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 315 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 11 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Onion | Nov 5 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 378 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 378 available after Dec 31. | — |
| Spinach | — | Dec 3–Jan 21 | 420 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 3 and again by Dec 4; both mature before Jan 27. | Dec 4 |
| Kale | Nov 19 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 19; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 19 |
| Broccoli | Dec 3 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 378 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 378 available after Dec 31. | Oct 11 |
| Cabbage | Dec 3 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 392 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 392 available after Dec 31. | Nov 4 |
| Radish | — | Dec 3–Feb 25 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 3 and again by Dec 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Dec 5 |
| Beets | — | Dec 3–Feb 25 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 3 and again by Nov 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 5 |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 14–Jan 21 | 364 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 364 available after Jan 14. | — |
| Garlic | — | Jan 6 | 448 | overwinter: Plant Jan 6 to Jan 27; harvest the following summer. | Jan 27 |
| Strawberry | — | Dec 24–Feb 18 | 399 | perennial: A perennial: plant Dec 24; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Dec 31 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 315 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 315 available after Feb 4. | Sep 18 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 11 | 308 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 11. | Aug 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 17 | Jan 21–Feb 4 | 357 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 357 available after Jan 21. | Oct 16 |
| Swiss Chard | Dec 3 | Jan 14–Jan 14 | 364 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 14 and again by Nov 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 5 |
| Arugula | — | Dec 3–Feb 25 | 420 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 3 and again by Dec 4; both mature before Jan 27. | Dec 4 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Dec 3 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 392 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 392 available after Dec 31. | Oct 5 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 308 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 11. | Aug 24 |
| Eggplant | Dec 10 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 301 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 11. | Sep 16 |
| Okra | Dec 31 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 322 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 4 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Basil | Dec 24 | Feb 18–Feb 18 | 308 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 18 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
| Cilantro | — | Dec 31–Jan 21 | 378 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 10; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 10 |
| Parsley | Nov 19 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 343 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 343 available after Feb 4. | Oct 21 |
| Celery | Nov 19 | Feb 4–Feb 18 | 343 | fits: 120 days to maturity, 343 available after Feb 4. | Sep 1 |
| Scallions | Nov 19 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 14; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 14 |
| Turnip | — | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 24; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 24 |
| Kohlrabi | — | Dec 17–Dec 31 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 17 and again by Nov 19; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 19 |
| Bok Choy | Dec 31 | Jan 21–Jan 28 | 357 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 21 and again by Nov 15; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 15 |
| Collards | Nov 19 | Dec 31–Jan 14 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 14; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 14 |
| Cantaloupe | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 301 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 11. | Sep 1 |
| Chives | Nov 5 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 357 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 4. | — |
| Dill | — | Dec 3–Feb 25 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 3 and again by Nov 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 5 |
| Oregano | Nov 19 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 357 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 4. | — |
| Rosemary | Nov 5 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 343 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 343 available after Feb 4. | — |
| Sage | Dec 3 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 357 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 4. | — |
| Thyme | Nov 19 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 357 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 4. | — |
| Calendula | Dec 17 | Jan 14–Jan 28 | 364 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 14 and again by Nov 10; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 10 |
| Cosmos | Dec 31 | Jan 28–Feb 11 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 28 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
| Lavender | Nov 5 | Jan 28–Feb 11 | 364 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 364 available after Jan 28. | — |
| Marigolds | Dec 17 | Jan 28–Feb 4 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 28 and again by Oct 20; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 20 |
| Melons | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 301 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 11. | Sep 1 |
| Mint | — | Jan 28–Feb 11 | 364 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 364 available after Jan 28. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Dec 31 | Jan 28–Feb 4 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 28 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Pole Beans | — | Feb 4–Feb 18 | 322 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 322 available after Feb 4. | Oct 5 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 308 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 11. | Sep 3 |
| Sunflowers | — | Jan 28–Feb 11 | 329 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 329 available after Jan 28. | Sep 30 |
| Tomatillos | Dec 3 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 308 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 4. | Sep 11 |
| Watermelon | Jan 14 | Feb 4–Feb 11 | 308 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 4. | Sep 6 |
| Yellow Squash | Jan 14 | Feb 11–Feb 18 | 315 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 11 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Zinnias | Dec 31 | Jan 28–Feb 11 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 28 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
Month by month in Bradenton
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start indoors: Cucumber (Jan 7), Butternut Squash (Jan 14), Cantaloupe (Jan 14), Melons (Jan 14), Pumpkin (Jan 14), Spaghetti Squash (Jan 14), +3 more. Direct sow from: Garlic (Jan 6), Carrots (Jan 7), Potatoes (Jan 14), Sunflowers (Jan 28). Transplant from: Calendula (Jan 14), Swiss Chard (Jan 14), Bok Choy (Jan 21), Cauliflower (Jan 21), Cosmos (Jan 28), Lavender (Jan 28), +4 more. Last frost around January 28. First frost around January 6. Last sowing dates: Garlic (Jan 27). |
| February | Direct sow from: Beans (Feb 4), Pole Beans (Feb 4). Transplant from: Celery (Feb 4), Chives (Feb 4), Corn (Feb 4), Okra (Feb 4), Oregano (Feb 4), Parsley (Feb 4), +17 more. |
| 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 24), Pumpkin (Aug 24). |
| September | Last sowing dates: Cantaloupe (Sep 1), Celery (Sep 1), Melons (Sep 1), Spaghetti Squash (Sep 3), Tomato (Sep 6), Watermelon (Sep 6), +5 more. |
| October | Last sowing dates: Brussel Sprouts (Oct 5), Pole Beans (Oct 5), Basil (Oct 10), Cosmos (Oct 10), Cucumber (Oct 10), Zinnias (Oct 10), +10 more. |
| November | Start indoors: Chives (Nov 5), Lavender (Nov 5), Onion (Nov 5), Rosemary (Nov 5), Celery (Nov 19), Collards (Nov 19), +5 more. Last sowing dates: Cabbage (Nov 4), Carrots (Nov 4), Beets (Nov 5), Dill (Nov 5), Swiss Chard (Nov 5), Calendula (Nov 10), +8 more. |
| December | Start indoors: Broccoli (Dec 3), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 3), Cabbage (Dec 3), Lettuce (Dec 3), Sage (Dec 3), Swiss Chard (Dec 3), +14 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Dec 3), Beets (Dec 3), Dill (Dec 3), Peas (Dec 3), Radish (Dec 3), Spinach (Dec 3), +3 more. Transplant from: Broccoli (Dec 31), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 31), Cabbage (Dec 31), Collards (Dec 31), Kale (Dec 31), Lettuce (Dec 31), +2 more. Plant: Strawberry (Dec 24). Last sowing dates: Arugula (Dec 4), Spinach (Dec 4), Radish (Dec 5). |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Bradenton, FL (ZIP 34211)?
The median last spring frost date for Bradenton, FL (ZIP code 34211) is around January 28. 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 Bradenton, FL?
The median first fall frost date for Bradenton, FL is around January 6. 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 11 in the earliest one-in-ten years, so cover tomatoes and peppers from then.
How long is the growing season in Bradenton, FL?
The frost-free growing season in Bradenton is about 343 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 Bradenton (343 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 Bradenton, FL?
Bradenton, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a (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 Bradenton, FL?
Start tomatoes indoors Dec 24 and plant out Feb 11 in Bradenton. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Bradenton?
Two: plant Dec 31 and again by Nov 15; both mature before Jan 13.
When do I plant garlic in Bradenton?
Jan 6 to Jan 27; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I get two tomato crops in Bradenton?
Yes: plant out Feb 11 for a summer crop, and set out a second round of transplants by Sep 6 for a fall crop.
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