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Zone 10a planting calendar

When to start vegetables in USDA hardiness zone 10a. Typical last spring frost around Jan 17, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Jan 14, 202615 days). Based on 1,232 ZIP codes in the zone — exact dates vary by location.

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Feb 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 zone 10a

January

February

October

November

December

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location (Clearwater, FL) in zone 10a; your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.