Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Dime box, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Dime box, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Dime box, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Dime box is March 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 26th 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 Dime box, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Dime box 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 Dime box, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Dime box is approximately 253 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.
Dime box, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Dime box, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 29th to February 12th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from January 1st to January 15th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Bok Choy (from February 12th to February 26th), and direct sowing Crimson Clover (from February 12th to February 26th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 12th to March 26th), direct sowing Chia (from March 26th to April 9th), and direct sowing Zucchini (from March 19th to April 2nd).