Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Falcon heights, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Falcon heights, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Falcon heights, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Falcon heights is February 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 24th 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 Falcon heights, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Falcon heights 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 Falcon heights, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Falcon heights is approximately 308 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.
Falcon heights, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Falcon heights, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from January 27th to February 10th), direct sowing Lentil (from January 27th to February 10th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from January 13th to January 27th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from February 24th to March 10th), direct sowing Nasturtium (from February 17th to February 24th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 17th to March 3rd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from December 16th to December 30th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from December 2nd to December 16th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from December 30th to January 13th).