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Houston, TX Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Houston usually comes around Feb 6. Start tomatoes indoors Dec 26 – Jan 9 and plant them outside Feb 20 – Mar 6.

Last spring frostFeb 6

When to plant vegetables in Houston

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesDec 26 – Jan 9Feb 20 – Mar 6—
PeppersDec 19 – Jan 2Feb 27 – Mar 13—
EggplantDec 19 – Jan 2Feb 27 – Mar 13—
Cucumbers—Feb 20 – Mar 6—
Zucchini & summer squash—Feb 20 – Mar 6—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Feb 27 – Mar 13—
Green beans—Feb 20 – Mar 6—
Sweet corn—Feb 20 – Mar 6—
BasilJan 9 – Jan 23Feb 20 – Mar 6—
LettuceDec 12 – Dec 26Jan 9 – Feb 20—
Spinach—Dec 26 – Jan 16—
Peas—Dec 26 – Jan 16—
Carrots—Jan 9 – Feb 13—
Radishes—Jan 2 – Feb 20—
BroccoliNov 28 – Dec 12Jan 9 – Jan 23—
KaleDec 12 – Dec 26Jan 2 – Jan 16—
Onions—Jan 9 – Jan 23—
Potatoes—Jan 16 – Feb 13—
Garlic———

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Houston. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Houston

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  2. FebruaryPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
  4. AprilPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  9. SeptemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  10. OctoberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  11. NovemberStart indoors: Broccoli
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Houston?

The median last spring frost is Feb 6, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Houston?

Start seeds indoors Dec 26 – Jan 9 and set plants outside Feb 20 – Mar 6, once nights stay above 50°F.

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