Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Hargill, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Hargill, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Hargill, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Hargill 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 Hargill, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Hargill 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 Hargill, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Hargill 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.
Hargill, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Hargill, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from January 13th to January 27th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 13th to January 27th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from January 13th to January 27th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from February 24th to March 10th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from February 17th to March 3rd), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from February 17th to March 3rd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from December 16th to December 30th), starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from December 16th to December 30th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from December 16th to December 30th).