Farming in Florida means growing crops that thrive in a warmer climate during the majority of the year, while switching to cooler weather crops in the fall and winter.
To grow plants in colder months, there are a couple of items to consider, including your plant hardiness zone and methods for avoiding frost.
Plant Hardiness Zones
The United States Department of Agriculture breaks the country down into plant hardiness zones. These zones illustrate an area’s general climate and ability to grow certain crops. Florida is a part of four hardiness zones (8-11.) These zones all feature mild winters and warmer summers.
Tips for Protecting Crops
While the weather is wonderfully warm here, even in the winter, it does get cold on occasion. Your plants still need to be protected. Use transparent row to protect crops from overnight frost.
Crops to Grow During The Fall and Winter
There are a number of great options for growing crops during the fall and winter. From herbs to vegetables.
These Options Include:
Vegetables:
- Broccoli
- Celery
- Cauliflower
- Spinach
- Carrots
- Lettuce
- Arugula
- Beets
Herbs:
- Parsley
- Dill
- Cilantro
- Thyme
- Sage
- Fennel
- Garlic
- Oregano
Further Reading:
- 15 Vegetables That Grow In The Florida Winter
- 27 Vegetables That Grow Easily In Florida
- Plant these 23 Vegetables in August and September In Florida
- 21 Vegetables for Your Fall Garden
This article will be periodically updated as I continue my research for my own garden. I'm in Orlando so Central Florida will be my primary focus.
Handy Florida Vegetable Planting Calendar
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