Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Los angeles, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Los angeles, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Los angeles, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Los angeles is February 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 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 Los angeles, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Los angeles is December 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 Los angeles, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Los angeles is approximately 318 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.
Los angeles, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Los angeles, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from January 22nd to February 5th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from January 22nd to February 5th), and direct sowing Chervil (from January 8th to January 22nd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Sunflower (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Okra (from February 19th to March 5th), and direct sowing Chia (from February 19th to March 5th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th), and starting Kale seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th).