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Lake Wales, FL planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Lake Wales, FL (USDA hardiness zone 10a). Typical last spring frost around Feb 4, 2026 27 days year to year), first fall frost around Jan 4, 202625 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Mar 10, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Month by month in Lake Wales, FL

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Lake Wales, FL (covering 3 ZIPs); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.