Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Richards, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Richards, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Richards, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Richards is March 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 26th 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 Richards, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Richards is November 20th. 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 Richards, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Richards is approximately 253 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.
Richards, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Richards, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Potato (from February 12th to February 26th), and direct sowing Dill (from February 26th to March 12th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Sunflower (from March 19th to April 2nd), direct sowing Melon (from March 26th to April 9th), and direct sowing Cucumber (from March 19th to April 2nd).