Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak grove, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Oak grove, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak grove, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Oak grove 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 Oak grove, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Oak grove is November 15th. 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 Oak grove, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak grove is approximately 232 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.
Oak grove, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak grove, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from January 31st to February 14th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from February 14th to February 28th), direct sowing Chervil (from February 28th to March 14th), and direct sowing Mustard (from February 28th to March 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from March 28th to April 11th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from March 14th to March 28th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from April 4th to April 11th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from April 4th to April 18th), and direct sowing Morning Glory (from April 4th to April 18th).