When to Plant Sweet Potatoes in Florida
In a typical Florida location, plant outdoors Feb 8 – Feb 22. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 29 in Sarasota and as late as Apr 4 in Crestview. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
Set out slips 2-4 weeks after last frost once soil is thoroughly warm (65F+); very frost/cold sensitive.
Sweet Potatoes Planting Dates by City
| City | Plant outdoors |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Miami | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tampa | Feb 3 – Feb 17 |
| Orlando | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| St. Petersburg | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Hialeah | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tallahassee | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Fort Lauderdale | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Cape Coral | Jan 30 – Feb 13 |
| Pembroke Pines | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Port Saint Lucie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Hollywood | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Gainesville | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Miramar | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Coral Springs | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| West Palm Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Palm Bay | Jan 30 – Feb 13 |
| Clearwater | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Miami Gardens | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Pompano Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Lakeland | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Brandon | Feb 13 – Feb 27 |
| Davie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Spring Hill | Feb 19 – Mar 5 |
| Boca Raton | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Plantation | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Miami Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Deltona | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Lehigh Acres | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Melbourne | Feb 3 – Feb 17 |
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 sweet potatoes in Florida?
In a typical Florida location, plant outdoors Feb 8 – Feb 22. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 29 in Sarasota and as late as Apr 4 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 sweet potatoes take to grow?
Sweet Potatoes typically take 90–120 days from planting to harvest. Set out slips 2-4 weeks after last frost once soil is thoroughly warm (65F+); very frost/cold sensitive.
Other Crops in Florida
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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