Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Quemado, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Quemado, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Quemado, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Quemado 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 Quemado, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Quemado 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 Quemado, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Quemado is approximately 286 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.
Quemado, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Quemado, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Crimson Clover (from January 25th to February 8th), direct sowing Radish (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 11th to January 25th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 8th), direct sowing Dill (from February 8th to February 22nd), and direct sowing Cilantro (from February 8th to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from March 8th to March 15th), direct sowing Anise (from March 1st to March 8th), and direct sowing Morning Glory (from March 1st to March 15th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from December 14th to December 28th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 14th to December 28th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from December 28th to January 11th).