When to Plant Corn in Florida
In a typical Florida location, sow outdoors Jan 25 – Feb 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 15 in Sarasota and as late as Mar 21 in Crestview. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil reaches 60F; does not transplant well. Succession sow every 2 weeks.
Corn Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Miami | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tampa | Jan 20 – Feb 3 |
| Orlando | Jan 17 – Jan 31 |
| St. Petersburg | Jan 17 – Jan 31 |
| Hialeah | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tallahassee | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Fort Lauderdale | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Cape Coral | Jan 16 – Jan 30 |
| Pembroke Pines | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Port Saint Lucie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Hollywood | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Gainesville | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Miramar | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Coral Springs | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| West Palm Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Palm Bay | Jan 16 – Jan 30 |
| Clearwater | Jan 17 – Jan 31 |
| Miami Gardens | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Pompano Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Lakeland | Jan 26 – Feb 9 |
| Brandon | Jan 30 – Feb 13 |
| Davie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Spring Hill | Feb 5 – Feb 19 |
| Boca Raton | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Plantation | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Miami Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Deltona | Jan 26 – Feb 9 |
| Lehigh Acres | Jan 17 – Jan 31 |
| Melbourne | Jan 20 – Feb 3 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 351 Florida cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Florida cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in Florida?
In a typical Florida location, sow outdoors Jan 25 – Feb 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 15 in Sarasota and as late as Mar 21 in Crestview. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
When is the last frost in Florida?
The average last spring frost in Florida ranges from January 15 in Sarasota to March 21 in Crestview, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do corn take to grow?
Corn typically take 60–100 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil reaches 60F; does not transplant well. Succession sow every 2 weeks.
Other Crops in Florida
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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