Parrish, FL frost dates
Last spring frostJan 28median date
First fall frostJan 9median date
Growing season346 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 3 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Parrish compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Parrish fall between January 9 and January 28. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 18, or the last frost as late as February 24.
- Compared with Bradenton, FL, 15 km away, the last frost here is 12 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 31 |
| 50% (median) | January 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 18 |
| 50% (median) | January 9 |
| 90% (late) | February 13 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Parrish, FL
Parrish, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 28, first frost Jan 9, zone 9b. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
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Start indoors: Nov 5 to Nov 19Transplant outside: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Dec 31 to Jan 14
Start indoors: Nov 19 to Dec 3Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Nov 19 to Dec 3Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Feb 4 to Feb 18
Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 4Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Nov 14 to Dec 12
Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Dec 31 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 21
Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Dec 17 to Dec 31Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Dec 17 to Dec 31Transplant outside: Feb 4 to Feb 18
Sow outdoors: Dec 17 to Jan 7Sow outdoors: Dec 17 to Jan 7Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Nov 7
Sow outdoors: Dec 17 to Jan 7Sow outdoors: Dec 17 to Jan 7Plant for fall: Nov 14 to Dec 5
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Feb 4Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Nov 28 to Dec 19
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 18Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 7
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 14
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Oct 31
Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Jan 28
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Nov 14 to Dec 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18
Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Mar 4
Plant for fall: Dec 26 to Jan 30Plant for fall: Dec 26 to Jan 30
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Parrish, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 5 – Nov 19 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Dec 31 – Feb 4 | Nov 14 – Dec 12 |
| Kale | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Oct 31 – Nov 21 |
| Broccoli | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cabbage | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Okra | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — |
| Basil | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 24 – Feb 4 | Nov 28 – Dec 19 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 17 – Oct 31 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 7 – Jan 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 26 – Jan 30 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Parrish, FL weather station, 7 km away (elevation 59 ft (18 m)).
Frost dates near Parrish
- Ellenton Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Manasota Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Bradenton Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Sun City Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Ruskin Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Palmetto Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Wimauma Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Sun City Center Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Terra Ceia Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Oneco Jan 16 · Jan 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Parrish, FL?
The median last spring frost in Parrish, FL is January 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Parrish, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 18.
How long is the growing season in Parrish, FL?
About 346 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Parrish, FL?
Parrish, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.