Frost Dates for Plant City, FL 33563
Last spring frost February 3 · First fall frost January 12 · 343 frost-free days · USDA Zone 9b
ZIP 33563 has about 25,900 people, the largest of 4 ZIP codes in Plant City.
Very long season: 343 frost-free days. Spring frost risk spans January 4–March 1 (56 days). Fall frost risk spans December 8–February 8 (62 days).
Frost probability for 33563
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | March 1 | February 3 | January 4 |
| Fall (first frost) | December 8 | January 12 | February 8 |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at SAINT LEO (38.0 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Frost dates by ZIP code in Plant City, FL
| ZIP | Last spring frost (50%) | First fall frost (50%) | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33563 | February 3 | January 12 | 9b |
| 33566 | February 3 | January 12 | 9b |
| 33565 | February 3 | January 12 | 9b |
| 33567 | January 28 | January 16 | 9b |
Which crops fit a 343-day season in Plant City
In Plant City (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 30 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 301 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 17. | Sep 12 |
| Pepper | Dec 23 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 301 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 17. | Sep 17 |
| Lettuce | Dec 9 | Jan 6–Jan 13 | 378 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 21; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 21 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 13–Jan 20 | 385 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 385 available after Jan 13. | Nov 10 |
| Cucumber | Jan 13 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 315 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 17 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
| Beans | — | Feb 10–Feb 24 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 10 and again by Oct 23; both mature before Jan 5. | Oct 23 |
| Peas | — | Dec 9–Feb 17 | 406 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 406 available after Dec 9. | Nov 1 |
| Zucchini | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 315 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 17 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Onion | Nov 11 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 378 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 378 available after Jan 6. | — |
| Spinach | — | Dec 9–Jan 27 | 420 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 9 and again by Dec 10; both mature before Feb 2. | Dec 10 |
| Kale | Nov 25 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 25; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 25 |
| Broccoli | Dec 9 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 378 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 378 available after Jan 6. | Oct 17 |
| Cabbage | Dec 9 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 392 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 392 available after Jan 6. | Nov 10 |
| Radish | — | Dec 9–Mar 3 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 9 and again by Dec 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Dec 11 |
| Beets | — | Dec 9–Mar 3 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 9 and again by Nov 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 11 |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 20–Jan 27 | 364 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 364 available after Jan 20. | — |
| Garlic | — | Jan 12 | 448 | overwinter: Plant Jan 12 to Feb 2; harvest the following summer. | Feb 2 |
| Strawberry | — | Dec 30–Feb 24 | 399 | perennial: A perennial: plant Dec 30; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Jan 6 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 315 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 315 available after Feb 10. | Sep 24 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 17 | 308 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 17. | Aug 30 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 23 | Jan 27–Feb 10 | 357 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 357 available after Jan 27. | Oct 22 |
| Swiss Chard | Dec 9 | Jan 20–Jan 20 | 364 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 20 and again by Nov 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 11 |
| Arugula | — | Dec 9–Mar 3 | 420 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 9 and again by Dec 10; both mature before Feb 2. | Dec 10 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Dec 9 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 392 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 392 available after Jan 6. | Oct 11 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 308 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 17. | Aug 30 |
| Eggplant | Dec 16 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 301 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 17. | Sep 22 |
| Okra | Jan 6 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 322 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 10 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Basil | Dec 30 | Feb 24–Feb 24 | 308 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 24 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
| Cilantro | — | Jan 6–Jan 27 | 378 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 16; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 16 |
| Parsley | Nov 25 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 343 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 343 available after Feb 10. | Oct 27 |
| Celery | Nov 25 | Feb 10–Feb 24 | 343 | fits: 120 days to maturity, 343 available after Feb 10. | Sep 7 |
| Scallions | Nov 25 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 20; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 20 |
| Turnip | — | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 30; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 30 |
| Kohlrabi | — | Dec 23–Jan 6 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 23 and again by Nov 25; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 25 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 6 | Jan 27–Feb 3 | 357 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 27 and again by Nov 21; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 21 |
| Collards | Nov 25 | Jan 6–Jan 20 | 392 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 20; both mature before Feb 2. | Nov 20 |
| Cantaloupe | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 301 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 17. | Sep 7 |
| Chives | Nov 11 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 357 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 10. | — |
| Dill | — | Dec 9–Mar 3 | 406 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 9 and again by Nov 11; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 11 |
| Oregano | Nov 25 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 357 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 10. | — |
| Rosemary | Nov 11 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 343 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 343 available after Feb 10. | — |
| Sage | Dec 9 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 357 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 10. | — |
| Thyme | Nov 25 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 357 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 357 available after Feb 10. | — |
| Calendula | Dec 23 | Jan 20–Feb 3 | 364 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 20 and again by Nov 16; both mature before Jan 19. | Nov 16 |
| Cosmos | Jan 6 | Feb 3–Feb 17 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 3 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
| Lavender | Nov 11 | Feb 3–Feb 17 | 364 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 364 available after Feb 3. | — |
| Marigolds | Dec 23 | Feb 3–Feb 10 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 3 and again by Oct 26; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 26 |
| Melons | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 301 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 301 available after Feb 17. | Sep 7 |
| Mint | — | Feb 3–Feb 17 | 364 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 364 available after Feb 3. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Jan 6 | Feb 3–Feb 10 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 3 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Pole Beans | — | Feb 10–Feb 24 | 322 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 322 available after Feb 10. | Oct 11 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 308 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 17. | Sep 9 |
| Sunflowers | — | Feb 3–Feb 17 | 329 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 329 available after Feb 3. | Oct 6 |
| Tomatillos | Dec 9 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 308 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 10. | Sep 17 |
| Watermelon | Jan 20 | Feb 10–Feb 17 | 308 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 308 available after Feb 10. | Sep 12 |
| Yellow Squash | Jan 20 | Feb 17–Feb 24 | 315 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 17 and again by Oct 21; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 21 |
| Zinnias | Jan 6 | Feb 3–Feb 17 | 329 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 3 and again by Oct 16; both mature before Dec 29. | Oct 16 |
Month by month in Plant City
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start indoors: Bok Choy (Jan 6), Corn (Jan 6), Cosmos (Jan 6), Nasturtiums (Jan 6), Okra (Jan 6), Zinnias (Jan 6), +9 more. Direct sow from: Cilantro (Jan 6), Turnip (Jan 6), Garlic (Jan 12), Carrots (Jan 13), Potatoes (Jan 20). Transplant from: Broccoli (Jan 6), Brussel Sprouts (Jan 6), Cabbage (Jan 6), Collards (Jan 6), Kale (Jan 6), Lettuce (Jan 6), +6 more. First frost around January 12. |
| February | Direct sow from: Sunflowers (Feb 3), Beans (Feb 10), Pole Beans (Feb 10). Transplant from: Cosmos (Feb 3), Lavender (Feb 3), Marigolds (Feb 3), Mint (Feb 3), Nasturtiums (Feb 3), Zinnias (Feb 3), +23 more. Last frost around February 3. 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 11), Lavender (Nov 11), Onion (Nov 11), Rosemary (Nov 11), Celery (Nov 25), Collards (Nov 25), +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 9), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 9), Cabbage (Dec 9), Lettuce (Dec 9), Sage (Dec 9), Swiss Chard (Dec 9), +8 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Dec 9), Beets (Dec 9), Dill (Dec 9), Peas (Dec 9), Radish (Dec 9), Spinach (Dec 9), +1 more. Plant: Strawberry (Dec 30). Last sowing dates: Arugula (Dec 10), Spinach (Dec 10), Radish (Dec 11). |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Plant City, FL (ZIP 33563)?
The median last spring frost date for Plant City, FL (ZIP code 33563) is around February 3. 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. One year in ten frost ends before January 4; one in ten it runs past March 1.
What is the first fall frost date in Plant City, FL?
The median first fall frost date for Plant City, 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 Plant City, FL?
The frost-free growing season in Plant City 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 Plant City (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 Plant City, FL?
Plant City, 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 Plant City, FL?
Start tomatoes indoors Dec 30 and plant out Feb 17 in Plant City. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Plant City?
Two: plant Jan 6 and again by Nov 21; both mature before Jan 19.
When do I plant garlic in Plant City?
Jan 12 to Feb 2; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I get two tomato crops in Plant City?
Yes: plant out Feb 17 for a summer crop, and set out a second round of transplants by Sep 12 for a fall crop.
Which nearby ZIP has a longer season?
Dover (ZIP 33527) has 352 frost-free days, 9 more than Plant City (ZIP 33563). See Dover ZIP 33527 frost dates
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