Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Port neches, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Port neches, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Port neches, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Port neches is February 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 6th 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 Port neches, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Port neches is December 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 Port neches, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Port neches is approximately 293 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.
Port neches, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Port neches, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Basil seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), direct sowing Flax (from January 23rd to February 6th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), and direct sowing Kale (from January 23rd to February 6th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing German Chamomile (from February 6th to February 20th), direct sowing Cucumber (from February 27th to March 13th), and direct sowing Anise (from February 27th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from March 6th to March 13th), direct sowing Melon (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Okra (from March 6th to March 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th), starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 12th to December 26th), and starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th).