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McAllen, TX Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in McAllen usually comes around Jan 21. Start tomatoes indoors Dec 10 – Dec 24 and plant them outside Feb 4 – Feb 18.

Last spring frostJan 21

When to plant vegetables in McAllen

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesDec 10 – Dec 24Feb 4 – Feb 18—
PeppersDec 3 – Dec 17Feb 11 – Feb 25—
EggplantDec 3 – Dec 17Feb 11 – Feb 25—
Cucumbers—Feb 4 – Feb 18—
Zucchini & summer squash—Feb 4 – Feb 18—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Feb 11 – Feb 25—
Green beans—Feb 4 – Feb 18—
Sweet corn—Feb 4 – Feb 18—
BasilDec 24 – Jan 7Feb 4 – Feb 18—
LettuceNov 26 – Dec 10Dec 24 – Feb 4—
Spinach—Dec 10 – Dec 31—
Peas—Dec 10 – Dec 31—
Carrots—Dec 24 – Jan 28—
Radishes—Dec 17 – Feb 4—
BroccoliNov 12 – Nov 26Dec 24 – Jan 7—
KaleNov 26 – Dec 10Dec 17 – Dec 31—
Onions—Dec 24 – Jan 7—
Potatoes—Dec 31 – Jan 28—
Garlic———

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

Month-by-month planting in McAllen

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Onions, Potatoes
  2. FebruaryPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Radishes
  3. MarchPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  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: Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes

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 McAllen?

The median last spring frost is Jan 21, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in McAllen?

Start seeds indoors Dec 10 – Dec 24 and set plants outside Feb 4 – Feb 18, once nights stay above 50°F.

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