Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Hilltop lakes, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Hilltop lakes, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Hilltop lakes, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Hilltop lakes is March 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 3rd 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 Hilltop lakes, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Hilltop lakes 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 Hilltop lakes, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Hilltop lakes is approximately 245 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.
Hilltop lakes, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Hilltop lakes, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Mustard (from February 20th to March 6th), direct sowing Arugula (from February 20th to March 6th), and direct sowing Carrot (from February 27th to March 13th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Babys Breath (from March 20th to April 3rd), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from April 3rd to April 17th), direct sowing Chia (from April 3rd to April 17th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 3rd to April 17th).