When to Plant Spinach in Wakulla County, FL
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Wakulla County, Florida is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 13 and the first fall frost is November 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 254 days.
At an elevation of 375 feet, Wakulla County receives approximately 48.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sand soil. Summer highs average 95°F, so Spinach may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Spinach will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.
Wakulla County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sand
Soil pH
4.9-5.9
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Spinach Planting Timeline — Wakulla County, FL
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 6 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 13 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Direct Sow | February 27 | Feb 27 – Mar 20 |
| Fall Sowing | September 13 | Sep 13 – Sep 27 |
| Harvest | April 17 | Apr 17 – Jun 19 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 8b
Growing Season
254 days
Growing Tips for Wakulla County
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Level Up Your Garden
Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Wakulla County, FL?
Wakulla County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 13. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Wakulla County, FL?
Wakulla County, Florida is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 13 and first fall frost is November 22.
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