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Sugar Land, TX Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Sugar Land usually comes around Feb 14. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 3 – Jan 17 and plant them outside Feb 28 – Mar 14.

Last spring frostFeb 14

When to plant vegetables in Sugar Land

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 3 – Jan 17Feb 28 – Mar 14—
PeppersDec 27 – Jan 10Mar 7 – Mar 21—
EggplantDec 27 – Jan 10Mar 7 – Mar 21—
Cucumbers—Feb 28 – Mar 14—
Zucchini & summer squash—Feb 28 – Mar 14—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 7 – Mar 21—
Green beans—Feb 28 – Mar 14—
Sweet corn—Feb 28 – Mar 14—
BasilJan 17 – Jan 31Feb 28 – Mar 14—
LettuceDec 20 – Jan 3Jan 17 – Feb 28—
Spinach—Jan 3 – Jan 24—
Peas—Jan 3 – Jan 24—
Carrots—Jan 17 – Feb 21—
Radishes—Jan 10 – Feb 28—
BroccoliDec 6 – Dec 20Jan 17 – Jan 31—
KaleDec 20 – Jan 3Jan 10 – Jan 24—
Onions—Jan 17 – Jan 31—
Potatoes—Jan 24 – Feb 21—
Garlic———

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

Month-by-month planting in Sugar Land

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  2. FebruaryPlant outside: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer 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. NovemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale

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 Sugar Land?

The median last spring frost is Feb 14, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Sugar Land?

Start seeds indoors Jan 3 – Jan 17 and set plants outside Feb 28 – Mar 14, once nights stay above 50°F.

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