Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Arcola, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Arcola, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Arcola, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Arcola is February 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 4th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Arcola, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Arcola is December 5th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Arcola, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Arcola is approximately 290 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Arcola, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Arcola, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from January 21st to February 4th), direct sowing Flax (from January 21st to February 4th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from January 21st to February 4th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Cucumber (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Nasturtium (from February 25th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Corn (from March 4th to March 11th), and direct sowing Sesame (from March 4th to March 18th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from December 24th to January 7th).