Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Stafford, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Stafford, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Stafford, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Stafford is February 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 11th 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 Stafford, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Stafford 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 Stafford, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Stafford is approximately 283 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.
Stafford, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Stafford, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from January 28th to February 11th), direct sowing California Poppy (from January 28th to February 11th), and direct sowing Parsley (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Quinoa (from February 11th to February 25th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Calendula (from February 11th to February 25th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Cosmos (from March 4th to March 11th), and direct sowing Cucumber (from March 4th to March 18th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 17th to December 31st).