Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cross timber, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Cross timber, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cross timber, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Cross timber is March 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 11th 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 Cross timber, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Cross timber is November 20th. 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 Cross timber, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cross timber is approximately 237 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.
Cross timber, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cross timber, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), and starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Chives (from February 28th to March 14th), direct sowing Flax (from February 28th to March 14th), and direct sowing Poppy (from February 28th to March 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Quinoa (from March 14th to March 28th), and direct sowing Calendula (from March 14th to March 28th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from April 11th to April 18th), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 11th to April 25th), and direct sowing Okra (from April 11th to April 25th).