Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fort hood, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Fort hood, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fort hood, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Fort hood is March 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 5th 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 Fort hood, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Fort hood 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 Fort hood, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fort hood is approximately 243 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.
Fort hood, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fort hood, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from February 22nd to March 8th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Kale (from February 22nd to March 8th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from March 29th to April 12th), direct sowing Fennel (from March 8th to March 22nd), and direct sowing Lentil (from March 8th to March 22nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 5th to April 19th), direct sowing Jute (from April 5th to April 19th), and direct sowing Corn (from April 5th to April 12th).