Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Gatesville, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Gatesville, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Gatesville, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Gatesville 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 Gatesville, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Gatesville 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 Gatesville, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Gatesville 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.
Gatesville, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Gatesville, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 11th to January 25th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from January 11th to January 25th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Kale (from February 22nd to March 8th), direct sowing Poppy (from February 22nd to March 8th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from March 29th to April 5th), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 8th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from March 29th to April 12th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from March 8th to March 22nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from April 5th to April 19th), direct sowing Jute (from April 5th to April 19th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 5th to April 19th).