Florien, LA frost dates
Last spring frostMar 3median date
First fall frostNov 27median date
Growing season269 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Florien compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Florien falls between February 9 and March 22, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 7 and December 20.
- The median last frost is the same as the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 269-day growing season is longer than 65% 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 25 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 9 |
| 50% (median) | March 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 7 |
| 50% (median) | November 27 |
| 90% (late) | December 20 |
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 Florien, LA
Florien, LA frost dates — last frost Mar 3, first frost Nov 27, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 9 to Dec 23Transplant outside: Feb 3 to Feb 17
Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31
Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Feb 10 to Feb 24Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 30
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Feb 3 to Feb 17Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Feb 17 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Feb 10 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Feb 17 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 20 to Feb 10Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 20 to Feb 10Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 27 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 6
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 10Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 10Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 10Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 17 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 17 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Apr 7
Plant for fall: Nov 13 to Dec 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Florien, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Feb 3 – Mar 10 | Oct 2 – Oct 30 |
| Kale | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Broccoli | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cabbage | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Okra | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Basil | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 27 – Mar 10 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 3 – Feb 10 | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 3 – Feb 10 | — | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 3 – Feb 10 | — | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 3 – Feb 10 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 10 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 10 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 17 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| 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 Hodges Gardens, LA weather station, 13 km away (elevation 420 ft (128 m)).
Frost dates near Florien
- Negreet Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Fisher Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Many Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Hornbeck Mar 3 · Nov 27
- Zwolle Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Anacoco Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Belmont Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Kurthwood Mar 8 · Nov 18
- Noble Mar 20 · Nov 9
- Provencal Mar 8 · Nov 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Florien, LA?
The median last spring frost in Florien, LA is March 3. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Florien, 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 Florien, LA?
About 269 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Florien, LA?
Florien, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.