Moore Haven, FL — Planting Guide for June
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Your June game plan for Moore Haven, FL
June rewards gardeners who work with the weather, not against it. Here's how to stay in step this month in Moore Haven, FL.
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Collect basil, peppers, and thai basil at their peak
If you can't use it all right away, check the food-preservation section of your planner.
Get ahead of July
- First harvests: ageratum, alpine strawberries, and anise
Moore Haven gardens in a long-season climate (Zone 10a, 322 frost-free days). Spring arrives early and fall lingers, so most of the work is matching the right crop to the right window — heat-lovers go in the ground as soon as the soil warms, and cool-season crops shift to fall and even winter rather than spring. Succession planting is your friend; you can plant the same crop three or four times in a season.
Native soil is Sand — warms fast and drains free, but nutrients and water wash through. Plan on heavy organic-matter additions and either drip irrigation or frequent shallow waterings to keep crops happy.
Drought pressure is moderate (19.6 weeks/year on average). Mulching and drip irrigation pay for themselves quickly.
🌡️ USDA Zone
10a (30°F to 35°F min)
❄️ Avg. Last Frost
February 1
🍂 Avg. First Frost
December 19
📅 Growing Season
322 days
🌧️ Climate
Humid 50.2" annual
💨 Wind
Unknown 0.0 mph avg
🥶 Frost Tier
Regular 26% frost-free years
🏜️ Drought
19.6 wk/yr trend stable
📍 ZIP Codes
1 ZIP
Monthly Watering Calendar for Moore Haven
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
What this means for you: A drip irrigation system pays for itself in 1-2 seasons in any climate. Moore Haven's 50" annual rainfall determines whether you'll run it weekly (dry zones) or maybe just during summer dry spells (wet zones).
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.7 in | 8 days | — | None |
| Feb | 2.5 in | 7 days | 1.8 in | High |
| Mar | 2.9 in | 7 days | 1.4 in | Moderate |
| Apr | 2.7 in | 5 days | 1.6 in | High |
| May | 3.5 in | 9 days | 0.8 in | Moderate |
| Jun | 8 in | 18 days | — | Low |
| Jul | 8.3 in | 16 days | — | Low |
| Aug | 7.7 in | 19 days | — | Low |
| Sep | 7.2 in | 16 days | — | Low |
| Oct | 4.2 in | 11 days | 0.1 in | Low |
| Nov | 2.3 in | 5 days | 2 in | High |
| Dec | 2.3 in | 5 days | — | None |
Annual total: 54.3 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.
Moore Haven Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sand
Soil pH
5.1-6.3
Drainage
Well Drained
Frost Risk Probability
Based on 21 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations
Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.
How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.
| Planting Strategy | Last Spring Frost | First Fall Frost | Frost-Free Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative (safest) | Mar 1 | Dec 24 | 298 days |
| Cautious | Feb 12 | Dec 23 | 314 days |
| Average year | Feb 1 | Dec 19 | 321 days |
| Optimistic | Jan 22 | Dec 7 | 319 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Jan 10 | Nov 6 | 300 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±51 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.
Yes — growing seasons are getting shorter here (about 2.7 days per decade). Use the "Conservative" dates and choose fast-maturing varieties.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Glades County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.
Local Gardening Help in Glades County
Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Glades County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Glades County University of Florida IFAS Extension Extension Office
Phone: 352-392-1761
Visit Extension Office Website →
Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.
Master Gardener Program
Free gardening help from trained volunteers
Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.
Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.
Soil Testing
Available through your extension office
Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.
Services Available in Glades County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Glades County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Glades County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.
How to Find Them
Search for "nurseries near Glades County FL" or "garden center Glades County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.
Community gardens & gardening groups
Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Glades County FL" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Glades County Gardeners" or "Florida Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.
What to Plant After Your Harvest
After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.
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Sunlight & Day Length in Moore Haven
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
Quick context: Plants use day length as their seasonal clock. Some crops flower when days lengthen (most flowers), some when days shorten (chrysanthemums, soybeans). Moore Haven's curve is the timing layer beneath everything you grow.
Longest Day
13.7 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
10.3 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
9.1 hr/day peak (summer)
Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.
Onion tip: Your shorter days favor short-day onion varieties like Vidalia, Texas 1015, and Red Creole. Plant in fall for best results.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Daylight Hours | Peak Sun Hours | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.5 hr | 6.2 hr | Short day |
| February | 11.1 hr | 7.2 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.8 hr | 7.4 hr | Short day |
| April | 12.6 hr | 9.1 hr | Neutral |
| May | 13.3 hr | 8.7 hr | Neutral |
| June | 13.7 hr | 7.6 hr | Neutral |
| July | 13.5 hr | 7.2 hr | Neutral |
| August | 13 hr | 6.5 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.2 hr | 6.3 hr | Neutral |
| October | 11.3 hr | 6.9 hr | Short day |
| November | 10.6 hr | 6.5 hr | Short day |
| December | 10.3 hr | 5.9 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Moore Haven
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
Why this matters: Soil temperature is a leading indicator. A black plastic mulch can warm soil 5-10°F faster than bare ground — meaningful in Moore Haven's spring if you're trying to plant tomatoes earlier.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from Apr through Nov.
Best Month to Compost
Apr
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
12 months
Nearly year-round composting.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53°F | 60°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Feb | 52°F | 60°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Mar | 59°F | 63°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Apr | 69°F | 68°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| May | 77°F | 76°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jun | 88°F | 85°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 95°F | 90°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 96°F | 94°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 91°F | 91°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 79°F | 83°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Nov | 69°F | 72°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Dec | 58°F | 64°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.
Pest & Disease Pressure in Moore Haven
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
Quick context: Warm humid regions cycle through pest generations 3-5x faster than cold dry regions. Moore Haven's pest score is your early-warning system: high score means commit to disease-resistant varieties and accept some crop loss to bugs.
Insect Pest Pressure
High — expect multiple pest generations. Preventative measures essential.
Disease Risk
High fungal/bacterial risk. Space plants for airflow, water at soil level.
Seasonal Risk
View 6 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | High | Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Whiteflies | High | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Spider mites | High | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Fire ants | High | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Thrips | Moderate | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Leaf miners | Low | Mar, Apr, May, Jun |
Organic pest management tips
- Install physical barriers: floating row covers, copper tape for slugs, mesh netting
- Apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for caterpillar control — safe for beneficial insects
- Use kaolin clay spray to deter a wide range of insects on fruiting crops
- Release beneficial insects: ladybugs for aphids, parasitic wasps for caterpillars
- Apply neem oil weekly during high-pressure months
- Mulch heavily (3-4 inches) to reduce soil-borne disease splash
Cover Crops for Moore Haven
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
What this means for you: Cover crops do four things at once: fix nitrogen (legumes), suppress weeds (any), prevent erosion, and add organic matter when chopped down. Moore Haven's seasonal pattern determines which species fit which gap.
Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | Feb 8 | Oct 24 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Cowpeas (southern peas) | Feb 8 | Oct 10 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | Feb 7 | Oct 17 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Jan 6 | Oct 24 | ✓ Yes | Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover |
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflowers | Feb 25 | Nov 21 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (4 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian winter peas | Oct 8 | Jan 18 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Crimson clover | Oct 26 | Jan 18 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring |
| Daikon radish | Nov 9 | Jan 18 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Sep 24 | Jan 18 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
Wind & Microclimate in Moore Haven
For new gardeners: Wind affects three things gardeners forget: how fast soil dries (more wind = more watering), whether pollinators can work (calm beats gusty), and whether your trellised crops stay upright. Moore Haven sees 0.0 mph on average — a forgiving baseline.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 13 mph Summer: 10 mph
Fall: 9 mph Winter: 13 mph
Prevailing wind: E. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.
Windbreak Benefit
6.6/10
Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (41 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Moore Haven
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
The practical takeaway: The first inch of rain washes the roof clean — a first-flush diverter sends it to waste before the barrel fills. Worth the extra $20 for cleaner garden water. Moore Haven gets 50" annually, so you'll fill and flush many times per year.
Annual Collection
27,063 gal
Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)
Recommended Setup
6 rain barrels (55 gal each)
For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,000 gal tank.
Legal Status
Unrestricted
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.
Best Collection Months
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Feb, Nov, Dec
Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.
Rainwater collection tips for your area
- Your county receives approximately 54.3 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 27,063 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- Your area gets ample rainfall — even small barrels make a big difference
- Consider a rain garden to handle overflow during heavy rainfall months
🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Moore Haven
105 vegetables matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Moore Haven.
Show all 105 vegetables with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 7 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 28 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Feb 15 | — | Jun 21 – Aug 30 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 10 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Jan 11 | — | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | May 24 – Jul 19 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Feb 8 | — | — | May 10 – Jun 28 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 5 – May 17 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | May 3 – Jun 28 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 14 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 5 – May 31 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Feb 15 | — | Jun 21 – Aug 2 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 11 | — | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 31 | 55–100 |
| Celery | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 5 – May 17 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 17 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Jun 14 – Aug 23 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 26 – Jun 7 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 5 – May 17 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 7 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 31 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 12 – Jun 7 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | 45–60 |
| Cucumber | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Jan 11 | — | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 7 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 26 – Jun 7 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Jun 21 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 22 – Apr 26 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 19 – May 31 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | 60–90 |
| Ginger | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Oct 11 – Dec 20 | 240–300 |
| Green Beans | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 50–65 |
| Hot Peppers | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Jul 26 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 24 – Jun 28 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Jun 14 – Aug 23 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 7 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 24 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Feb 8 | — | — | May 10 – Jun 14 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 22 – Apr 26 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – Apr 12 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | May 3 – Jul 19 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 26 – Jun 7 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 17 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 24 – Jul 26 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jul 26 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 3 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Jun 7 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Feb 8 – Mar 8 | 7–21 |
| Mizuna | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 10 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 3 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 3 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | May 3 – Jun 21 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | 40–55 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 24 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Jun 28 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 28 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 5 – May 10 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Jan 11 | — | Oct 24 | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | 22–35 |
| Romanesco | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 19 – May 31 | 75–100 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Apr 12 – Jun 7 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – Apr 26 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – May 17 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | May 3 – Jun 21 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 24 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Feb 8 | — | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 7 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 10 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Mar 29 – May 31 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Jun 28 | 80–120 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 12 – May 24 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 28 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – Apr 12 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–85 |
| Turmeric | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Oct 11 – Dec 20 | 240–300 |
| Turnip | — | Jan 11 | — | Oct 24 | Feb 22 – Mar 29 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Feb 1 | Oct 24 | Mar 15 – Apr 19 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 19 – Jun 7 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Feb 8 | — | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | May 10 – Jun 28 | 90–120 |
| Yam | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Aug 9 – Jan 24 | 180–330 |
| Yard Long Beans | Dec 21 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 17 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Jan 4 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | — | Mar 29 – May 24 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Moore Haven
16 fruits matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Moore Haven.
Show all 16 fruits with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Feb 15 | — | May 17 – Aug 30 | 90–180 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – May 31 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Dragon Fruit | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Figs | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Feb 15 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 65–80 |
| Guava | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Feb 15 | — | May 10 – Jun 21 | 80–110 |
| Loquat | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Passion Fruit | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 365–545 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Feb 15 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Feb 15 | — | May 17 – Feb 14 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Moore Haven
23 herbs matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Moore Haven.
Show all 23 herbs with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anise | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Apr 26 – Jul 12 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 50–75 |
| Borage | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Mar 22 – May 10 | 50–60 |
| Chervil | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 10 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 10 | 40–60 |
| Cumin | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | May 10 – Jul 12 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Mar 8 – May 10 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Mar 29 – May 24 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – Jun 7 | 60–90 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 75–90 |
| Lemon Verbena | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Lemongrass | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 26 – Jul 26 | 75–120 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Jan 4 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Oct 24 | Mar 29 – May 31 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Feb 8 | — | May 3 – Sep 20 | 80–180 |
| Sage | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – May 31 | 50–70 |
| Stevia | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 12 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Dec 21 | Feb 8 | Feb 8 | — | Apr 5 – Jun 7 | 50–75 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Moore Haven
31 flowers matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Moore Haven.
Show all 31 flowers with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Dec 21 | Dec 28 | Dec 28 | — | Feb 22 – Sep 6 | 60–75 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Nov 7 | Nov 7 – Dec 5 | 90–120 |
| Bachelor's Button | — | Nov 23 | Dec 21 | Sep 26 | Feb 15 – May 24 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Nov 23 | — | Dec 21 | — | Mar 1 – Sep 27 | 70–90 |
| Calendula | — | Nov 23 | Dec 21 | Sep 12 | Feb 1 – May 10 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | — | — | Sep 12 | Nov 21 – Mar 13 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Jan 4 | Dec 28 | Dec 28 | — | Mar 1 – Oct 4 | 60–90 |
| Cosmos | Jan 4 | Dec 21 | Dec 21 | — | Mar 1 – Sep 13 | 60–90 |
| Dahlias | — | Feb 1 | Feb 1 | — | Apr 12 – Nov 8 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Dec 21 | — | Jan 4 | — | Mar 15 – Sep 27 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Dec 7 | Nov 23 | Nov 23 | — | Jan 11 – Mar 1 | 60–80 |
| Freesia | — | — | — | Nov 7 | Nov 7 – Dec 12 | 84–112 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Dec 28 | Jan 4 | Jan 4 | — | Mar 15 – Sep 13 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Nov 23 | — | Dec 21 | — | Mar 1 – Sep 27 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Feb 1 | Feb 1 | — | Apr 12 – Nov 8 | 70–100 |
| Impatiens | Dec 7 | — | Dec 28 | — | Mar 8 – Sep 20 | 60–75 |
| Larkspur | — | — | — | Oct 24 | Jan 2 – Mar 13 | 60–90 |
| Marigolds | Dec 28 | Dec 28 | Dec 28 | — | Feb 22 – Aug 30 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Jan 4 | Dec 21 | Dec 21 | — | Feb 15 – Sep 13 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | — | Division | Dec 21 | Sep 12 | Feb 1 – Apr 12 | 70–90 |
| Petunia | Dec 7 | — | Jan 4 | — | Mar 15 – Sep 13 | 70–90 |
| Portulaca | Jan 4 | Dec 28 | Dec 28 | — | Feb 15 – Sep 20 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Nov 7 | Nov 7 – Dec 5 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Dec 7 | — | Jan 4 | — | Mar 15 – Sep 27 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Dec 7 | — | Dec 21 | — | Mar 1 – Sep 13 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Dec 21 | — | Jan 4 | — | Apr 26 – Jun 21 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | — | Nov 23 | Dec 21 | Sep 12 | Feb 22 – Jul 19 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Jan 11 | Dec 21 | Dec 21 | — | Mar 15 – Sep 13 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | — | Nov 23 | Dec 21 | Sep 26 | Jan 18 – Apr 12 | 45–60 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Nov 23 | — | Dec 21 | — | Mar 1 – Oct 11 | 70–90 |
| Zinnia | Jan 4 | Dec 21 | Dec 21 | — | Mar 1 – Sep 13 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Moore Haven
ZIP Codes in Moore Haven
Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):
Gardening Guides & Resources
Helpful guides from The Ultimate Homestead to improve your garden in Glades County.
Your Glades County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Glades County (Zone 10a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.
The Gardener's Encyclopedia to Companion Planting
The pairings that make vegetables, herbs, and flowers grow better — and the ones that quietly wreck a bed.
- Proven pairings for 200+ vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits
- Full seed-starting + planting schedule with timing and spacing
- Bonus: square-foot gardening guide + printable seasonal planners
Seed Saving & Storage Guide
Most saved seeds go bad before next season. This shows exactly when to pick, how to dry, and where to store seeds from 200 plants so yours don't.
- 200 plants, step-by-step: life cycle, pollination type, isolation
- Exact temperature + humidity ranges that keep seeds viable
- Bonus: searchable Google Sheets tracker + custom GPT assistant
Composting Guide for Homesteaders
Turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into compost that actually feeds the garden — instead of a pile that smells, attracts pests, and never breaks down.
- 14 sections on composting methods, soil science, and troubleshooting
- The 7-step hot-compost system from start to finish
- Bonus tools: troubleshooting chart, safety guide, monitoring log