Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Sandy oaks, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Sandy oaks, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Sandy oaks, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Sandy oaks is March 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 19th 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 Sandy oaks, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Sandy oaks is November 25th. 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 Sandy oaks, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Sandy oaks is approximately 265 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.
Sandy oaks, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Sandy oaks, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd), starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from February 19th to March 5th), direct sowing Sorrel (from February 5th to February 19th), and direct sowing Alyssum (from February 19th to March 5th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from March 12th to March 26th), direct sowing Anise (from March 12th to March 19th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from March 19th to April 2nd).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th).