Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mount vernon, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Mount vernon, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mount vernon, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Mount vernon 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 Mount vernon, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Mount vernon 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 Mount vernon, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mount vernon 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.
Mount vernon, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mount vernon, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from January 17th to January 31st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Crimson Clover (from February 28th to March 14th), direct sowing Flax (from February 28th to March 14th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from February 28th to March 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Carrot (from March 7th to March 21st), and direct sowing Calendula (from March 14th to March 28th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Zucchini (from April 4th to April 18th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from April 11th to April 25th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from April 11th to April 25th).