Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Wixon valley, TX, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Wixon valley, TX Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Wixon valley, TX
The average last frost date in spring for Wixon valley 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 Wixon valley, TX
The average first frost date in fall for Wixon valley 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 Wixon valley, TX
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Wixon valley 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.
Wixon valley, TX Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Wixon valley, TX Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from January 15th to January 29th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from January 29th to February 12th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Cilantro (from February 26th to March 26th), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from February 12th to February 26th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from March 26th to April 9th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from March 19th to April 2nd), and direct sowing Cucumber (from March 19th to April 2nd).