Geneva, FL — Planting Guide for June
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June in the garden — Geneva, FL
Here's what deserves your attention in Geneva, FL this month. Everything below is tailored to Zone 10a and timed around your local frost dates.
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Basket week: basil, cucumber, and green beans
Morning harvests are best — cooler temperatures mean crisper produce and longer fridge life.
Before July arrives, get these ready
- First harvests: ageratum, alpine strawberries, and anise
Geneva 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 (17.9 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 3
🍂 Avg. First Frost
December 21
📅 Growing Season
322 days
🌧️ Climate
Humid 51.9" annual
💨 Wind
Moderate 7.1 mph avg
🥶 Frost Tier
Regular 36% frost-free years
🏜️ Drought
17.9 wk/yr trend stable
📍 ZIP Codes
1 ZIP
Monthly Watering Calendar for Geneva
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
Why this matters: In Geneva, the watering question isn't "how often" — it's "is the soil moist 4 inches down?" Stick a finger in. Dry? Water. Damp? Wait. The 52" annual rainfall is just the starting context.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.9 in | 6 days | — | None |
| Feb | 3 in | 6 days | 1.3 in | Moderate |
| Mar | 2.9 in | 7 days | 1.4 in | Moderate |
| Apr | 2.8 in | 6 days | 1.5 in | Moderate |
| May | 3.8 in | 9 days | 0.5 in | Low |
| Jun | 7.9 in | 16 days | — | Low |
| Jul | 7.7 in | 18 days | — | Low |
| Aug | 6.9 in | 18 days | — | Low |
| Sep | 6.4 in | 13 days | — | Low |
| Oct | 5.2 in | 11 days | — | Low |
| Nov | 2.2 in | 5 days | 2.1 in | High |
| Dec | 2.2 in | 6 days | — | None |
Annual total: 53.9 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.
Geneva Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sand
Soil pH
5.2-5.9
Drainage
Well Drained
Frost Risk Probability
Based on 26 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 3 | Dec 26 | 298 days |
| Cautious | Feb 13 | Dec 23 | 313 days |
| Average year | Feb 3 | Dec 21 | 321 days |
| Optimistic | Jan 19 | Dec 17 | 332 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Jan 6 | Dec 8 | 336 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±57 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 1.5 days per decade). Use the "Conservative" dates and choose fast-maturing varieties.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Seminole County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.
Local Gardening Help in Seminole 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 Seminole County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Seminole 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 Seminole County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Seminole County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Seminole 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 Seminole County FL" or "garden center Seminole 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 Seminole County FL" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Seminole 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 Geneva
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
Why this matters: Lettuce and cilantro "bolt" (go to seed) when days lengthen. Knowing your day-length curve helps you time spring plantings to harvest before the bolting trigger hits. Geneva's daylight ranges shape the planting calendar.
Longest Day
13.8 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
10.2 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
8.8 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 | 10.4 hr | 6.3 hr | Short day |
| February | 11 hr | 6.7 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.8 hr | 7.8 hr | Short day |
| April | 12.7 hr | 8.8 hr | Neutral |
| May | 13.4 hr | 8.7 hr | Neutral |
| June | 13.8 hr | 7.9 hr | Neutral |
| July | 13.7 hr | 7.3 hr | Neutral |
| August | 13 hr | 7 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.2 hr | 6.4 hr | Neutral |
| October | 11.3 hr | 7 hr | Short day |
| November | 10.5 hr | 6.3 hr | Short day |
| December | 10.2 hr | 5.6 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Geneva
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
What this means for you: Cold soil = stunted starts. A bean seed planted in 55°F soil rots before it germinates. Same seed in 65°F soil sprouts in 5 days. Geneva's soil temperature pattern shows you the difference month to month.
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 | 54°F | 58°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Feb | 54°F | 58°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Mar | 58°F | 64°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Apr | 69°F | 69°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| May | 78°F | 77°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jun | 87°F | 83°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 94°F | 90°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 94°F | 93°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 89°F | 89°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 81°F | 83°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Nov | 67°F | 73°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Dec | 57°F | 65°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 Geneva
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. Geneva'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 | Moderate | 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 Geneva
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
Why this matters: Cover crops protect microbial life through winter and summer. Bare soil bakes; covered soil stays cooler, moister, and biologically active. The difference shows up in next year's crops.
Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | Feb 15 | Oct 12 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Cowpeas (southern peas) | Feb 12 | Oct 19 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | Feb 8 | Oct 12 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Jan 7 | Oct 12 | ✓ 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 14 | Nov 30 | — | 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 27 | Jan 13 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Crimson clover | Oct 16 | Jan 20 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring |
| Daikon radish | Oct 24 | Jan 13 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Oct 7 | Jan 13 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
Wind & Microclimate in Geneva
Why it matters: Why care about wind? Above about 10 mph, evaporation jumps and pollinators struggle to land on flowers. Geneva's 7.1 mph average means you can plant tall crops without much support, but it doesn't mean ignore wind — a 20+ mph storm still snaps unstaked tomatoes.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 13 mph Summer: 9 mph
Fall: 10 mph Winter: 12 mph
Prevailing wind: E. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.
Windbreak Benefit
4.5/10
Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (56 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Geneva
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
The practical takeaway: Most gardens use 0.5-1 gallon per square foot per week in summer. Geneva's 52" annual rainfall is enough to cover most needs if you can capture it. Rain barrels under downspouts are the simplest entry point.
Annual Collection
26,863 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
Apr, 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 53.9 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 26,863 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 Geneva
105 vegetables matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Geneva.
Show all 105 vegetables with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 5 – Jun 9 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 30 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Feb 17 | — | Jun 23 – Sep 1 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 12 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Jan 13 | — | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – Apr 7 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | May 26 – Jul 21 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – May 26 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Feb 10 | — | — | May 12 – Jun 30 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 7 – May 19 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | May 5 – Jun 30 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 16 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 5 – Jun 30 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Feb 17 | — | Jun 23 – Aug 4 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 13 | — | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Jun 2 | 55–100 |
| Celery | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 28 – Jun 23 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 7 – May 19 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – May 19 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Jun 16 – Aug 25 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 28 – Jun 9 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 7 – May 19 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 5 – Jun 9 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Jun 2 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 14 – Jun 9 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 14 – May 26 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | 45–60 |
| Cucumber | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Jan 13 | — | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – Apr 7 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 5 – Jun 9 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 28 – Jun 9 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 21 – Jun 23 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 24 – Apr 28 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 21 – Jun 2 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – May 26 | 60–90 |
| Ginger | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Oct 13 – Dec 22 | 240–300 |
| Green Beans | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 50–65 |
| Hot Peppers | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 21 – Jul 28 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 26 – Jun 30 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Jun 16 – Aug 25 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 9 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – May 26 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Feb 10 | — | — | May 12 – Jun 16 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 24 – Apr 28 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | May 5 – Jul 21 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 28 – Jun 9 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 19 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 14 – May 26 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 26 – Jul 28 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jul 28 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 21 – Jun 9 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Feb 10 – Mar 10 | 7–21 |
| Mizuna | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – Apr 7 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 12 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – May 5 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – May 5 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | May 5 – Jun 23 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 14 | 40–55 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – May 26 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 21 – Jun 30 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 30 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 7 – May 12 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Jan 13 | — | Oct 26 | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | 22–35 |
| Romanesco | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 21 – Jun 2 | 75–100 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Apr 14 – Jun 9 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – May 19 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | May 5 – Jun 23 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – May 26 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Feb 10 | — | — | May 5 – Jun 30 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 9 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 12 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Mar 31 – Jun 2 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 5 – Jun 30 | 80–120 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 14 – May 26 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 30 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – Apr 14 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–85 |
| Turmeric | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Oct 13 – Dec 22 | 240–300 |
| Turnip | — | Jan 13 | — | Oct 26 | Feb 24 – Mar 31 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Feb 3 | Oct 26 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 21 – Jun 9 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Feb 10 | — | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | May 12 – Jun 30 | 90–120 |
| Yam | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Aug 11 – Jan 26 | 180–330 |
| Yard Long Beans | Dec 23 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – May 19 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Jan 6 | Feb 3 | Feb 10 | — | Mar 31 – May 26 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Geneva
16 fruits matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Geneva.
Show all 16 fruits with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Feb 17 | — | May 19 – Sep 1 | 90–180 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Feb 17 | — | Apr 28 – Jun 2 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Dragon Fruit | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Figs | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Feb 17 | — | Apr 28 – Jun 23 | 65–80 |
| Guava | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Feb 17 | — | May 12 – Jun 23 | 80–110 |
| Loquat | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Passion Fruit | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 365–545 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Feb 17 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Feb 17 | — | May 19 – Feb 16 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Geneva
23 herbs matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Geneva.
Show all 23 herbs with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anise | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Apr 28 – Jul 14 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 9 | 50–75 |
| Borage | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Mar 24 – May 12 | 50–60 |
| Chervil | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 12 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 12 | 40–60 |
| Cumin | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | May 12 – Jul 14 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Mar 10 – May 12 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Mar 31 – May 26 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Jun 9 | 60–90 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 28 – Jun 23 | 75–90 |
| Lemon Verbena | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Lemongrass | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 28 – Jul 28 | 75–120 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 | Oct 26 | Mar 31 – Jun 2 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Feb 10 | — | May 5 – Sep 22 | 80–180 |
| Sage | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 28 – Jun 23 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 2 | 50–70 |
| Stevia | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 14 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Dec 23 | Feb 10 | Feb 10 | — | Apr 7 – Jun 9 | 50–75 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Geneva
31 flowers matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Geneva.
Show all 31 flowers with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Dec 30 | — | Feb 24 – Sep 8 | 60–75 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Nov 9 | Nov 9 – Dec 7 | 90–120 |
| Bachelor's Button | — | Nov 25 | Dec 23 | Sep 28 | Feb 17 – May 26 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Nov 25 | — | Dec 23 | — | Mar 3 – Sep 29 | 70–90 |
| Calendula | — | Nov 25 | Dec 23 | Sep 14 | Feb 3 – May 12 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | — | — | Sep 14 | Nov 23 – Mar 15 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Jan 6 | Dec 30 | Dec 30 | — | Mar 3 – Oct 6 | 60–90 |
| Cosmos | Jan 6 | Dec 23 | Dec 23 | — | Mar 3 – Sep 15 | 60–90 |
| Dahlias | — | Feb 3 | Feb 3 | — | Apr 14 – Nov 10 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Dec 23 | — | Jan 6 | — | Mar 17 – Sep 29 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Dec 9 | Nov 25 | Nov 25 | — | Jan 13 – Mar 3 | 60–80 |
| Freesia | — | — | — | Nov 9 | Nov 9 – Dec 14 | 84–112 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Dec 30 | Jan 6 | Jan 6 | — | Mar 17 – Sep 15 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Nov 25 | — | Dec 23 | — | Mar 3 – Sep 29 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Feb 3 | Feb 3 | — | Apr 14 – Nov 10 | 70–100 |
| Impatiens | Dec 9 | — | Dec 30 | — | Mar 10 – Sep 22 | 60–75 |
| Larkspur | — | — | — | Oct 26 | Jan 4 – Mar 15 | 60–90 |
| Marigolds | Dec 30 | Dec 30 | Dec 30 | — | Feb 24 – Sep 1 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Jan 6 | Dec 23 | Dec 23 | — | Feb 17 – Sep 15 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | — | Division | Dec 23 | Sep 14 | Feb 3 – Apr 14 | 70–90 |
| Petunia | Dec 9 | — | Jan 6 | — | Mar 17 – Sep 15 | 70–90 |
| Portulaca | Jan 6 | Dec 30 | Dec 30 | — | Feb 17 – Sep 22 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Nov 9 | Nov 9 – Dec 7 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Dec 9 | — | Jan 6 | — | Mar 17 – Sep 29 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Dec 9 | — | Dec 23 | — | Mar 3 – Sep 15 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Dec 23 | — | Jan 6 | — | Apr 28 – Jun 23 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | — | Nov 25 | Dec 23 | Sep 14 | Feb 24 – Jul 21 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Jan 13 | Dec 23 | Dec 23 | — | Mar 17 – Sep 15 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | — | Nov 25 | Dec 23 | Sep 28 | Jan 20 – Apr 14 | 45–60 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Nov 25 | — | Dec 23 | — | Mar 3 – Oct 13 | 70–90 |
| Zinnia | Jan 6 | Dec 23 | Dec 23 | — | Mar 3 – Sep 15 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Geneva
ZIP Codes in Geneva
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 Seminole County.
Your Seminole County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Seminole 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