Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Del rio, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Del rio, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Del rio, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Del rio is February 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 14th 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 Del rio, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Del rio is November 25th. 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 Del rio, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Del rio is approximately 270 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.
Del rio, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Del rio, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from January 3rd to January 17th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from January 3rd to January 17th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Calendula (from February 14th to February 28th), direct sowing Dill (from February 14th to February 28th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from February 7th to February 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from March 7th to March 14th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from March 7th to March 21st), and direct sowing Corn (from March 14th to March 21st).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), starting Celery seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 20th to January 3rd).