Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Central gardens, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Central gardens, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Central gardens, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Central gardens is February 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 6th 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 Central gardens, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Central gardens is December 10th. 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 Central gardens, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Central gardens is approximately 293 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.
Central gardens, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Central gardens, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from January 23rd to February 6th), direct sowing California Poppy (from January 23rd to February 6th), and direct sowing Chives (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from February 6th to February 20th), direct sowing Zucchini (from February 27th to March 13th), and direct sowing Beet (from February 6th to February 20th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Watermelon (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Chia (from March 6th to March 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from December 12th to December 26th).