Zone 8A is a warm zone with mild winters suitable for year-round gardening. With an average last spring frost around Mar 20 and first fall frost around Nov 10, you have approximately 235 frost-free days per year. Use the planting dates below to plan your garden around these key frost windows. For a personalized forecast based on your specific zip code, use our free planting calendar. Browse individual plant guides for detailed growing instructions, or explore how USDA zones work to better understand your growing conditions.