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When to Plant Leek in Boca Grande, Florida (33921)

Location

Boca Grande, Florida

ZIP Code

33921

USDA Zone

10b

Last Frost

Thursday, January 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Transplant Outdoors

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Based on last frost Thursday, January 15, 2026 · Zone 10b

Pro tip: Start Leek seeds indoors 10 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Thursday, January 29, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Allium ampeloprasum
Days to Maturity 120 days

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun

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Water

Regular

Seeds typically germinate in 1-7 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Biennial — allow flowering in year 2. Harvest seed heads when seeds are black and ripe.

Processing

Cut seed heads into bags when most seeds are black, dry 1 week, thresh gently.

Seed Viability

Up to 2 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Leeks cross-pollinate with onions via insects. Isolate by at least a mile for truly pure seed.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Leek in Boca Grande, Florida? +

In Boca Grande (Zone 10b), start Leek seeds indoors around Thursday, November 6, 2025 and transplant outdoors around Thursday, January 29, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Boca Grande, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Boca Grande, Florida (ZIP 33921) is around Thursday, January 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10b.

How long does Leek take to grow? +

Leek typically matures in about 120 days from transplanting. In Boca Grande, that means you can expect harvest around Thursday, January 29, 2026 plus 120 days.

Should I start Leek indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Leek should be started indoors 10 weeks before your last frost date. In Boca Grande, that means starting around Thursday, November 6, 2025.

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Growing Leek in Zone 10b

Leek (Allium ampeloprasum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Boca Grande, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, you should start seeds indoors around Thursday, November 6, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, January 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Leek seedlings outdoors around Thursday, January 29, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.