Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak island, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Oak island, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak island, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Oak island is February 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 4th 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 island, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Oak island is December 5th. 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 island, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak island is approximately 290 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 island, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak island, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st), direct sowing Mustard (from January 21st to February 4th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from February 4th to February 18th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from February 4th to February 18th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Melon (from March 4th to March 18th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from March 4th to March 18th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from December 24th to January 7th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th).