Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mustang ridge, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Mustang ridge, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mustang ridge, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Mustang ridge is March 8th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 22nd 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 Mustang ridge, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Mustang ridge 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 Mustang ridge, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mustang ridge is approximately 262 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.
Mustang ridge, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mustang ridge, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 11th to January 25th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Chives (from February 8th to February 22nd), and direct sowing Dill (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from March 15th to March 22nd), direct sowing Corn (from March 22nd to March 29th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from March 8th to March 22nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th).