Frost Dates for Venice, FL 34285
Venice has 3 ZIP codes. The Venice, FL frost page lists all of them with their dates.
Last spring frost January 23 · First fall frost January 6 · 348 frost-free days · USDA Zone 10a
ZIP 34285 has about 18,700 people, one of 3 ZIP codes in Venice.
Very long season: 348 frost-free days.
Frost probability for 34285
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | February 22 | January 23 | — |
| Fall (first frost) | December 12 | January 6 | — |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at BRADENTON 5 ESE (40.0 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Which crops fit a 348-day season in Venice
In Venice (348 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 19 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 306 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 306 available after Feb 6. | Sep 6 |
| Pepper | Dec 12 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 306 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 306 available after Feb 6. | Sep 11 |
| Lettuce | Nov 28 | Dec 26–Jan 2 | 383 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 15; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 15 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 2–Jan 9 | 390 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 390 available after Jan 2. | Nov 4 |
| Cucumber | Jan 2 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 320 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 6 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
| Beans | — | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 334 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 30 and again by Oct 17; both mature before Dec 30. | Oct 17 |
| Peas | — | Nov 28–Feb 6 | 411 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 411 available after Nov 28. | Oct 26 |
| Zucchini | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 320 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 6 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Onion | Oct 31 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 383 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 383 available after Dec 26. | — |
| Spinach | — | Nov 28–Jan 16 | 425 | two-plantings: Plant Nov 28 and again by Dec 4; both mature before Jan 27. | Dec 4 |
| Kale | Nov 14 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 397 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 19; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 19 |
| Broccoli | Nov 28 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 383 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 383 available after Dec 26. | Oct 11 |
| Cabbage | Nov 28 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 397 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 397 available after Dec 26. | Nov 4 |
| Radish | — | Nov 28–Feb 20 | 411 | two-plantings: Plant Nov 28 and again by Dec 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Dec 5 |
| Beets | — | Nov 28–Feb 20 | 411 | two-plantings: Plant Nov 28 and again by Nov 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 5 |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 9–Jan 16 | 369 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 369 available after Jan 9. | — |
| Garlic | — | Jan 6 | 453 | overwinter: Plant Jan 6 to Jan 27; harvest the following summer. | Jan 27 |
| Strawberry | — | Dec 19–Feb 13 | 404 | perennial: A perennial: plant Dec 19; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Dec 26 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 320 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 320 available after Jan 30. | Sep 18 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 6 | 313 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 313 available after Feb 6. | Aug 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 12 | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 362 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 362 available after Jan 16. | Oct 16 |
| Swiss Chard | Nov 28 | Jan 9–Jan 9 | 369 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 9 and again by Nov 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 5 |
| Arugula | — | Nov 28–Feb 20 | 425 | two-plantings: Plant Nov 28 and again by Dec 4; both mature before Jan 27. | Dec 4 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Nov 28 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 397 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 397 available after Dec 26. | Oct 5 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 313 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 313 available after Feb 6. | Aug 24 |
| Eggplant | Dec 5 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 306 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 306 available after Feb 6. | Sep 16 |
| Okra | Dec 26 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 327 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 30 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Basil | Dec 19 | Feb 13–Feb 13 | 313 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 13 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
| Cilantro | — | Dec 26–Jan 16 | 383 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 10; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 10 |
| Parsley | Nov 14 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 348 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 348 available after Jan 30. | Oct 21 |
| Celery | Nov 14 | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 348 | fits: 120 days to maturity, 348 available after Jan 30. | Sep 1 |
| Scallions | Nov 14 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 397 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 14; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 14 |
| Turnip | — | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 397 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 24; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 24 |
| Kohlrabi | — | Dec 12–Dec 26 | 411 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 12 and again by Nov 19; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 19 |
| Bok Choy | Dec 26 | Jan 16–Jan 23 | 362 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 16 and again by Nov 15; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 15 |
| Collards | Nov 14 | Dec 26–Jan 9 | 397 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 14; both mature before Jan 27. | Nov 14 |
| Cantaloupe | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 306 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 306 available after Feb 6. | Sep 1 |
| Chives | Oct 31 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 362 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 362 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Dill | — | Nov 28–Feb 20 | 411 | two-plantings: Plant Nov 28 and again by Nov 5; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 5 |
| Oregano | Nov 14 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 362 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 362 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Rosemary | Oct 31 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 348 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 348 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Sage | Nov 28 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 362 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 362 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Thyme | Nov 14 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 362 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 362 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Calendula | Dec 12 | Jan 9–Jan 23 | 369 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 9 and again by Nov 10; both mature before Jan 13. | Nov 10 |
| Cosmos | Dec 26 | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 334 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 23 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
| Lavender | Oct 31 | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 369 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 369 available after Jan 23. | — |
| Marigolds | Dec 12 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 334 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 23 and again by Oct 20; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 20 |
| Melons | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 306 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 306 available after Feb 6. | Sep 1 |
| Mint | — | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 369 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 369 available after Jan 23. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Dec 26 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 334 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 23 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Pole Beans | — | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 327 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 327 available after Jan 30. | Oct 5 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 313 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 313 available after Feb 6. | Sep 3 |
| Sunflowers | — | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 334 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 334 available after Jan 23. | Sep 30 |
| Tomatillos | Nov 28 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 313 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 313 available after Jan 30. | Sep 11 |
| Watermelon | Jan 9 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 313 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 313 available after Jan 30. | Sep 6 |
| Yellow Squash | Jan 9 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 320 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 6 and again by Oct 15; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 15 |
| Zinnias | Dec 26 | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 334 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 23 and again by Oct 10; both mature before Dec 23. | Oct 10 |
Month by month in Venice
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start indoors: Cucumber (Jan 2), Butternut Squash (Jan 9), Cantaloupe (Jan 9), Melons (Jan 9), Pumpkin (Jan 9), Spaghetti Squash (Jan 9), +3 more. Direct sow from: Carrots (Jan 2), Garlic (Jan 6), Potatoes (Jan 9), Sunflowers (Jan 23), Beans (Jan 30), Pole Beans (Jan 30). Transplant from: Calendula (Jan 9), Swiss Chard (Jan 9), Bok Choy (Jan 16), Cauliflower (Jan 16), Cosmos (Jan 23), Lavender (Jan 23), +15 more. Last frost around January 23. First frost around January 6. Last sowing dates: Garlic (Jan 27). |
| February | Transplant from: Butternut Squash (Feb 6), Cantaloupe (Feb 6), Cucumber (Feb 6), Eggplant (Feb 6), Melons (Feb 6), Pepper (Feb 6), +6 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 | Start indoors: Chives (Oct 31), Lavender (Oct 31), Onion (Oct 31), Rosemary (Oct 31). 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: Celery (Nov 14), Collards (Nov 14), Kale (Nov 14), Oregano (Nov 14), Parsley (Nov 14), Scallions (Nov 14), +8 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Nov 28), Beets (Nov 28), Dill (Nov 28), Peas (Nov 28), Radish (Nov 28), Spinach (Nov 28). 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: Eggplant (Dec 5), Calendula (Dec 12), Cauliflower (Dec 12), Marigolds (Dec 12), Pepper (Dec 12), Basil (Dec 19), +7 more. Direct sow from: Kohlrabi (Dec 12), Cilantro (Dec 26), Turnip (Dec 26). Transplant from: Broccoli (Dec 26), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 26), Cabbage (Dec 26), Collards (Dec 26), Kale (Dec 26), Lettuce (Dec 26), +2 more. Plant: Strawberry (Dec 19). Last sowing dates: Arugula (Dec 4), Spinach (Dec 4), Radish (Dec 5). |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Venice, FL (ZIP 34285)?
The median last spring frost date for Venice, FL (ZIP code 34285) is around January 23. 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 Venice, FL?
The median first fall frost date for Venice, 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 12 in the earliest one-in-ten years, so cover tomatoes and peppers from then.
How long is the growing season in Venice, FL?
The frost-free growing season in Venice is about 348 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 Venice (348 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 Venice, FL?
Venice, 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 Venice, FL?
Start tomatoes indoors Dec 19 and plant out Feb 6 in Venice. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Venice?
Two: plant Dec 26 and again by Nov 15; both mature before Jan 13.
When do I plant garlic in Venice?
Jan 6 to Jan 27; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I get two tomato crops in Venice?
Yes: plant out Feb 6 for a summer crop, and set out a second round of transplants by Sep 6 for a fall crop.
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