Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Howardwick, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Howardwick, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Howardwick, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Howardwick is April 13th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 27th 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 Howardwick, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Howardwick is November 1st. 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 Howardwick, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Howardwick is approximately 202 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.
Howardwick, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Howardwick, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from March 30th to April 13th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from March 16th to March 30th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 2nd to March 16th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from April 20th to April 27th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from April 20th to May 4th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 27th to May 11th).