Flatwoods, LA frost dates
Last spring frostMar 2median date
First fall frostNov 27median date
Growing season270 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Flatwoods compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Flatwoods falls between February 1 and March 19, a 46-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 7 and December 17.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 270-day growing season is longer than 74% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 16 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 1 |
| 50% (median) | March 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 7 |
| 50% (median) | November 27 |
| 90% (late) | December 17 |
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 Flatwoods, LA
Flatwoods, LA frost dates — last frost Mar 2, first frost Nov 27, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Feb 2 to Feb 16
Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30
Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Mar 9 to Mar 23
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Mar 9Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 30
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Feb 2 to Feb 16Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 6
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Mar 9 to Mar 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 19 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 19 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 26 to Mar 9Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 6
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 9Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 23Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 9Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 9Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 9Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Mar 9Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Mar 9Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Mar 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 16 to Mar 16Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 16 to Mar 9Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 30Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23
Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Apr 6
Plant for fall: Nov 13 to Dec 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Flatwoods, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Feb 2 – Mar 9 | Oct 2 – Oct 30 |
| Kale | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Broccoli | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cabbage | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Okra | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — |
| Basil | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 26 – Mar 9 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | — | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | — | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 9 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 9 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 16 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 16 – Apr 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 13 – Dec 18 |
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 Boyce 3 Wnw, LA weather station, 16 km away (elevation 112 ft (34 m)).
Frost dates near Flatwoods
- Lena Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Gorum Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Mora Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Cloutierville Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Simpson Mar 1 · Nov 23
- Boyce Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Sieper Mar 1 · Nov 23
- Otis Mar 2 · Nov 27
- Gardner Mar 2 · Nov 17
- Colfax Mar 2 · Nov 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Flatwoods, LA?
The median last spring frost in Flatwoods, LA is March 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Flatwoods, LA?
The median first fall frost is November 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 7.
How long is the growing season in Flatwoods, LA?
About 270 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Flatwoods, LA?
Flatwoods, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.