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The Villages, FL planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in The Villages, FL (USDA hardiness zone 9b). Typical last spring frost around Feb 2, 2026 23 days year to year), first fall frost around Jan 3, 202625 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Mar 3, 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 The Villages, FL

January

February

March

October

November

December

Understand your frost dates

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in The Villages, FL (covering 2 ZIPs); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.