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Abilene, TX Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Abilene usually comes around Mar 22 and the first fall frost around Nov 5, a growing season of about 228 days. Start tomatoes indoors Feb 8 – Feb 22 and plant them outside Apr 5 – Apr 19.

Last spring frostMar 22
First fall frostNov 5
Growing season228 days

When to plant vegetables in Abilene

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesFeb 8 – Feb 22Apr 5 – Apr 19—
PeppersFeb 1 – Feb 15Apr 12 – Apr 26—
EggplantFeb 1 – Feb 15Apr 12 – Apr 26—
Cucumbers—Apr 5 – Apr 19—
Zucchini & summer squash—Apr 5 – Apr 19—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Apr 12 – Apr 26—
Green beans—Apr 5 – Apr 19Aug 13 – Aug 27
Sweet corn—Apr 5 – Apr 19—
BasilFeb 22 – Mar 8Apr 5 – Apr 19—
LettuceJan 25 – Feb 8Feb 22 – Apr 5Sep 10 – Sep 24
Spinach—Feb 8 – Mar 1Sep 10 – Sep 24
Peas—Feb 8 – Mar 1Aug 27 – Sep 10
Carrots—Feb 22 – Mar 29Aug 13 – Aug 27
Radishes—Feb 15 – Apr 5Sep 24 – Oct 8
BroccoliJan 11 – Jan 25Feb 22 – Mar 8Aug 13 – Aug 27
KaleJan 25 – Feb 8Feb 15 – Mar 1Aug 27 – Sep 10
Onions—Feb 22 – Mar 8—
Potatoes—Mar 1 – Mar 29—
Garlic——Oct 22 – Nov 26

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

Month-by-month planting in Abilene

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions
  3. MarchStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  4. AprilPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Radishes
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlant outside: Green beans, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Radishes, Garlic
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.

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 Abilene?

The median last spring frost is Mar 22 and the median first fall frost is Nov 5, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Abilene?

Start seeds indoors Feb 8 – Feb 22 and set plants outside Apr 5 – Apr 19, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Abilene?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 5): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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