Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in West columbia, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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West columbia, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for West columbia, TX
The average last frost date in spring for West columbia is February 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 4th 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 West columbia, TX
The average first frost date in fall for West columbia is December 1st. 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 West columbia, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in West columbia 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.
West columbia, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
West columbia, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from January 7th to January 21st), direct sowing Kale (from January 21st to February 4th), direct sowing Carrot (from January 28th to February 11th), and direct sowing Spinach (from January 7th to January 21st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 25th to March 11th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from February 25th to March 11th), and direct sowing Dill (from February 4th to February 18th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from March 4th to March 18th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 4th to March 18th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th), starting Thyme seeds indoors (from December 24th to January 7th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from December 10th to December 24th).