Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in La vernia, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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La vernia, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for La vernia, TX
The average last frost date in spring for La vernia is March 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 19th 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 La vernia, TX
The average first frost date in fall for La vernia is November 25th. 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 La vernia, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in La vernia is approximately 265 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.
La vernia, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
La vernia, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th), starting Oregano seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from February 5th to February 19th), direct sowing Chives (from February 5th to February 19th), and direct sowing Flax (from February 5th to February 19th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from March 12th to March 19th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from March 12th to March 26th), and direct sowing Babys Breath (from March 5th to March 19th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th).