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Zone 11b planting calendar

When to start vegetables in USDA hardiness zone 11b. Typical last spring frost around Jan 20, 2026 19 days year to year), first fall frost around Jan 17, 202620 days). Based on 14 ZIP codes in the zone — exact dates vary by location.

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Feb 13, 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 11b

January

February

October

November

December

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location (Big Pine Key, FL) in zone 11b; your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.