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When to Plant Boysenberries in Florida

Boysenberries are a cross between raspberries, blackberries, and loganberries, producing large, dark, intensely flavored berries. They are excellent for jams and pies.

Florida spans USDA hardiness zones 10a, 10b, 8b, 9a, 9b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Click your county for exact Boysenberries planting dates based on your local frost dates.

Boysenberries Planting Calendar for Florida

Zone 10a ~364 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 1 · First frost: December 31 · 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors January 15 Jan 15 – Jan 29
Zone 10b ~364 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 1 · First frost: December 31 · 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors January 15 Jan 15 – Jan 29
Zone 8b ~276 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: February 25 · First frost: November 28 · 276 day season

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Transplant Outdoors March 18 Mar 18 – Apr 1
Zone 9a ~303 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: February 10 · First frost: December 10 · 303 day season

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Transplant Outdoors February 24 Feb 24 – Mar 10
Zone 9b ~329 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 25 · First frost: December 20 · 329 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors February 8 Feb 8 – Feb 22

Growing Tips for Florida

Provide strong trellising for vigorous canes. Prune spent canes to ground after harvest. Mulch heavily to retain moisture. Protect from wind to prevent cane damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Boysenberries in Florida?

Planting dates for Boysenberries in Florida depend on your USDA zone. Florida spans zones 10a, 10b, 8b, 9a, 9b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Florida for planting?

Florida contains USDA hardiness zones 10a, 10b, 8b, 9a, 9b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.