Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Universal city, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Universal city, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Universal city, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Universal city 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 Universal city, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Universal city 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 Universal city, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Universal city 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.
Universal city, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Universal city, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from January 8th to January 22nd), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th), and direct sowing Spinach (from January 22nd to February 5th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from February 5th to February 19th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from February 5th to February 19th), and direct sowing Parsley (from February 5th to February 19th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from March 12th to March 19th), direct sowing Watermelon (from March 19th to April 2nd), and direct sowing Zinnia (from March 12th to March 26th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from December 25th to January 8th).