Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Driscoll, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Driscoll, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Driscoll, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Driscoll is February 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 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 Driscoll, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Driscoll is December 15th. 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 Driscoll, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Driscoll is approximately 306 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.
Driscoll, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Driscoll, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from January 1st to January 15th), direct sowing Mustard (from January 15th to January 29th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 1st to January 15th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from February 26th to March 5th), direct sowing Melon (from February 26th to March 12th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from February 19th to March 5th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from December 4th to December 18th), starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from December 18th to January 1st), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from December 4th to December 18th).