Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Normandy, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Normandy, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Normandy, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Normandy is February 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 8th 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 Normandy, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Normandy is December 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 Normandy, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Normandy is approximately 282 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.
Normandy, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Normandy, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Sorrel (from January 25th to February 8th), direct sowing Watercress (from January 25th to February 8th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from January 25th to February 8th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Hyssop (from February 8th to February 22nd), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from February 8th to February 22nd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Moss Rose (from March 1st to March 15th), direct sowing Chia (from March 8th to March 22nd), and direct sowing Melon (from March 8th to March 22nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th).