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Florida · South

Gainesville, FL

Zone-aware planting reference for Gainesville. Population 145,214; USDA hardiness zone 9a; nearest curated zip code 32627.

USDA zone
9a
Population
145,214
Last spring frost
03/03
First fall frost
12/02
Growing season
277 days
Nearest zip
32627

Local timing baseline

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Crops suited to Gainesville

Crops whose USDA zone range includes zone 9a. 61 crops match.

Tree fruit

12 crops

See all 12 tree fruit for zone 9a →

Berries

5 crops

Nuts

4 crops

Vegetables

31 crops

See all 31 vegetables for zone 9a →

Herbs

9 crops

See all 9 herbs for zone 9a →

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Frequently asked questions

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What USDA zone is Gainesville, FL?

Gainesville sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a, based on the nearest zip code (32627).

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When are the average last and first frost dates in Gainesville?

Based on the nearest weather station, Gainesville averages a last spring frost around 03/03 and a first fall frost around 12/02, for a growing season of about 277 days.

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What crops grow well in Gainesville?

61 crops in the ZonePlant database have a recommended USDA zone range that includes zone 9a. Tree fruit, berries, and most common vegetables are well-suited; check each crop page for variety-level guidance.

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