Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Hawk cove, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Hawk cove, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Hawk cove, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Hawk cove is March 28th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 11th 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 Hawk cove, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Hawk cove is November 10th. 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 Hawk cove, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Hawk cove is approximately 227 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.
Hawk cove, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Hawk cove, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from February 28th to March 14th), direct sowing Pea (from February 14th to February 28th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from February 14th to February 28th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from March 7th to March 21st), direct sowing Fennel (from March 14th to March 28th), and direct sowing Lentil (from March 14th to March 28th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from April 11th to April 25th), direct sowing Jute (from April 11th to April 25th), and direct sowing Sesame (from April 11th to April 25th).