When to Plant Bok Choy in Tampa, Florida (33607)

Location

Tampa, Florida

ZIP Code

33607

USDA Zone

10a

Last Frost

Sunday, January 25, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, December 28, 2025

Based on last frost Sunday, January 25, 2026 · Zone 10a

Pro tip: Sow Bok Choy directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis

Days to Maturity 45 days

Mature Height 12-18"

Spread 12"

Type Leaf

Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (consistent moisture)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 4-7 days

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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Bok Choy

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow plants to bolt and seed pods to dry on the stalk before harvesting.

Processing

Thresh dried stalks, winnow to separate seeds.

Seed Viability

Up to 4 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Brassica rapa — crosses with turnip, napa cabbage, and Chinese cabbage. Isolate by 300 feet.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 4 per sq ft of Bok Choy. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Bok Choy in Tampa, Florida? +

In Tampa (Zone 10a), direct sow Bok Choy outdoors around Sunday, December 28, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Tampa, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Tampa, Florida (ZIP 33607) is around Sunday, January 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10a.

How long does Bok Choy take to grow? +

Bok Choy typically matures in about 45 days from direct sowing. In Tampa, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, December 28, 2025 plus 45 days.

Should I start Bok Choy indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Bok Choy does best when direct sown outdoors. In Tampa, sow directly around Sunday, December 28, 2025.

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Growing Bok Choy in Zone 10a

Bok Choy (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Tampa, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, January 25, 2026. Bok Choy grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.