Violet, LA frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 4median date
First fall frostDec 15median date
Growing season314 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 8 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Violet compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Violet fall between December 15 and February 4. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 23, or the last frost as late as March 6.
- Compared with New Orleans, LA, 18 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 31 |
| 50% (median) | February 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 23 |
| 50% (median) | December 15 |
| 90% (late) | January 10 |
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 Violet, LA
Violet, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 4, first frost Dec 15, 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 12 to Nov 26Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21
Start indoors: Nov 26 to Dec 10Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Nov 26 to Dec 10Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 17
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Jan 21Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 27
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 21 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 21 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11
Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 13
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 10
Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 11Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Nov 3 to Nov 24
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Feb 25Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 20
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 20
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Oct 6 to Oct 20
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 11
Plant for fall: Dec 1 to Jan 5Plant for fall: Dec 1 to Jan 5
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Violet, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 12 – Nov 26 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Jan 7 – Feb 11 | Oct 20 – Nov 17 |
| Kale | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Broccoli | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Cabbage | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Okra | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — |
| Basil | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Oct 20 – Nov 10 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 31 – Feb 11 | Nov 3 – Nov 24 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Sep 22 – Oct 6 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 18 | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Oct 20 – Nov 10 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 1 – Jan 5 |
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 St Bernard, LA weather station, 7 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
Frost dates near Violet
- Meraux Feb 10 · Dec 17
- Saint Bernard Feb 4 · Dec 15
- Chalmette Feb 10 · Dec 17
- Arabi Feb 10 · Dec 17
- Belle Chasse Feb 18 · Dec 6
- Gretna Feb 1 · Dec 31
- Harvey Feb 1 · Dec 31
- New Orleans Feb 1 · Dec 31
- Braithwaite Feb 18 · Dec 6
- Marrero Jan 24 · Jan 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Violet, LA?
The median last spring frost in Violet, LA is February 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Violet, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 15, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 23.
How long is the growing season in Violet, LA?
About 314 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Violet, LA?
Violet, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.