Windthorst, TX — Planting Guide for June
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June in Archer County, Texas — your action list
Welcome to June in Zone 8a. These are the moves that will have the biggest impact on your growing season.
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Bring in the basil, carrots, and cucumber
This is the payoff month. Bring a basket, bring a friend, and get into the beds.
A few tasks this June that'll pay off in July
- First harvests: basil, cucumber, and green beans
Windthorst gardens in a long-season climate (Zone 8a, 240 frost-free days). Spring arrives early and fall lingers, so most of the work is matching the right crop to the right window — heat-lovers go in the ground as soon as the soil warms, and cool-season crops shift to fall and even winter rather than spring. Succession planting is your friend; you can plant the same crop three or four times in a season.
Soils trend Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.
Windthorst averages 27.5 drought weeks per year (US Drought Monitor, 2000–present, trend stable). Treat irrigation as a year-round system, not a summer add-on.
🌡️ USDA Zone
8a (10°F to 15°F min)
❄️ Avg. Last Frost
March 20
🍂 Avg. First Frost
November 15
📅 Growing Season
240 days
🌧️ Climate
Unknown 0.0" annual
💨 Wind
Breezy 11.2 mph avg
🥶 Frost Tier
Regular 0% frost-free years
🏜️ Drought
27.5 wk/yr trend stable
📍 ZIP Codes
1 ZIP
Monthly Watering Calendar for Windthorst
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
Why it matters: The 1-inch-per-week rule applies to most vegetable crops. Windthorst averages 0" a year — divide by 52 and compare to that 1" target. Some months are above, some below; that's where the calendar earns its keep.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.4 in | 3 days | — | None |
| Feb | 2.3 in | 5 days | — | None |
| Mar | 3.6 in | 5 days | 0.7 in | Moderate |
| Apr | 6.8 in | 7 days | — | Low |
| May | 8.3 in | 9 days | — | Low |
| Jun | 10 in | 8 days | — | Low |
| Jul | 6.9 in | 8 days | — | Low |
| Aug | 7.1 in | 6 days | — | Low |
| Sep | 5.4 in | 5 days | — | Low |
| Oct | 3.9 in | 5 days | 0.4 in | Low |
| Nov | 2.3 in | 4 days | — | None |
| Dec | 1.5 in | 4 days | — | None |
Annual total: 59.5 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.
Windthorst Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.4-7.5
Drainage
Well Drained
Frost Risk Probability
Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations
Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.
How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.
| Planting Strategy | Last Spring Frost | First Fall Frost | Frost-Free Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative (safest) | Apr 13 | Nov 27 | 228 days |
| Cautious | Mar 27 | Nov 21 | 239 days |
| Average year | Mar 20 | Nov 15 | 240 days |
| Optimistic | Mar 12 | Nov 3 | 236 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Feb 27 | Oct 26 | 241 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±46 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.
Slightly — seasons are trending a bit longer (0.5 days/decade). Historical frost dates are still reliable for planning.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Archer County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.
Local Gardening Help in Archer County
Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Archer County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Archer County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Extension Office
Phone: 979-845-7800
Visit Extension Office Website →
Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.
Master Gardener Program
Free gardening help from trained volunteers
Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.
Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.
Soil Testing
Available through your extension office
Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.
Services Available in Archer County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Archer County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Archer County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.
How to Find Them
Search for "nurseries near Archer County TX" or "garden center Archer County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.
Community gardens & gardening groups
Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Archer County TX" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Archer County Gardeners" or "Texas Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.
What to Plant After Your Harvest
After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.
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Sunlight & Day Length in Windthorst
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
Why it matters: A 14-hour day in June produces dramatically more photosynthesis than a 10-hour day in November. Windthorst's seasonal swing determines which crops can pack growth into spring vs. limp through fall.
Longest Day
14.2 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
9.8 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
10.3 hr/day peak (summer)
Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.
Onion tip: Day-neutral onion varieties like Candy, Cabernet, and Sierra Blanca perform best in your day-length range.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Daylight Hours | Peak Sun Hours | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10 hr | 5.4 hr | Short day |
| February | 10.8 hr | 6.2 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.7 hr | 7.3 hr | Short day |
| April | 12.8 hr | 8 hr | Neutral |
| May | 13.7 hr | 8.3 hr | Neutral |
| June | 14.2 hr | 9.3 hr | Long day |
| July | 14 hr | 10.3 hr | Long day |
| August | 13.3 hr | 9.3 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.2 hr | 8.1 hr | Neutral |
| October | 11.1 hr | 7.1 hr | Short day |
| November | 10.2 hr | 6 hr | Short day |
| December | 9.8 hr | 5.2 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Windthorst
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
Why it matters: Soil temperature predicts plant emergence better than calendar dates. Windthorst's spring soil warm-up curve tells you which weeks are safe for direct-sow beans, cucumbers, squash, and corn.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from May through Oct.
Best Month to Compost
Jun
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
8 months
Nearly year-round composting.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34°F | 42°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Feb | 37°F | 41°F | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Mar | 42°F | 44°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Apr | 55°F | 53°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| May | 64°F | 61°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jun | 75°F | 69°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 81°F | 77°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 83°F | 78°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 77°F | 76°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 66°F | 69°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Nov | 54°F | 58°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Dec | 40°F | 49°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.
Pest & Disease Pressure in Windthorst
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
What this means for you: Two gardeners can grow identical seeds and get wildly different results based on pest pressure alone. Windthorst's climate sets a floor on what's possible without intervention.
Insect Pest Pressure
Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.
Disease Risk
High fungal/bacterial risk. Space plants for airflow, water at soil level.
Seasonal Risk
View 6 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | High | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Japanese beetles | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Squash vine borers | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul |
| Stink bugs | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Whiteflies | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Spider mites | Moderate | Jul, Aug |
Organic pest management tips
- Install physical barriers: floating row covers, copper tape for slugs, mesh netting
- Apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for caterpillar control — safe for beneficial insects
- Use kaolin clay spray to deter a wide range of insects on fruiting crops
- Release beneficial insects: ladybugs for aphids, parasitic wasps for caterpillars
- Apply neem oil weekly during high-pressure months
- Mulch heavily (3-4 inches) to reduce soil-borne disease splash
Cover Crops for Windthorst
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
What this means for you: In Windthorst, cover crops also crowd out weeds. The denser the cover, the less weed pressure next season. Pays for itself in saved weeding time.
Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | Mar 25 | Sep 6 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Cowpeas (southern peas) | Mar 27 | Sep 13 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | Mar 25 | Sep 6 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Feb 19 | Sep 13 | ✓ Yes | Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover |
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflowers | Apr 16 | Oct 18 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian winter peas | Sep 20 | Feb 27 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Crimson clover | Sep 5 | Feb 27 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring |
| Daikon radish | Sep 26 | Mar 6 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Aug 22 | Mar 6 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
| Oats | Oct 19 | Mar 6 | — | Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed |
| Winter rye | Aug 14 | Feb 27 | — | Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil |
| Winter wheat | Aug 7 | Mar 6 | — | Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass |
Wind & Microclimate in Windthorst
For new gardeners: Light wind is good (strengthens stems, aids pollination); strong wind is bad (snaps stems, dries leaves, scatters seeds). Windthorst averages 11.2 mph. If you garden near coast, ridge, or open plains, you're likely above that — plan for it.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 15 mph Summer: 12 mph
Fall: 14 mph Winter: 15 mph
Prevailing wind: S. Windy area — plant a windbreak hedge on the S side of your garden.
Windbreak Benefit
8.8/10
Strongly recommended — a windbreak (fence, hedge, or row of tall crops like corn or sunflowers) will significantly improve garden yields.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (126 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Windthorst
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
Why it matters: Rainwater is unchlorinated, unfluoridated, and at ambient temperature — plants actually prefer it. Windthorst's 0" annual rainfall means even a small 50-gallon barrel catches enough for a few weeks of garden watering between storms.
Annual Collection
29,654 gal
Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)
Recommended Setup
6 rain barrels (55 gal each)
For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,500 gal tank.
Legal Status
Unrestricted
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.
Best Collection Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Jan, Nov, Dec
Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.
Rainwater collection tips for your area
- Your county receives approximately 59.5 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 29,654 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- Your area gets ample rainfall — even small barrels make a big difference
- Consider a rain garden to handle overflow during heavy rainfall months
🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Windthorst
114 vegetables matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Windthorst.
Show all 114 vegetables with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 31 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Apr 3 | — | Aug 7 – Oct 16 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Apr 3 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | May 1 – May 29 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jul 10 – Sep 4 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 17 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Mar 27 | — | — | Jun 26 – Aug 14 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 1 – Jun 5 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 22 – Jul 3 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 1 – Jun 5 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 7 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 22 – Jul 17 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Apr 3 | — | Aug 7 – Sep 18 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | May 8 – Jun 12 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jul 3 – Aug 7 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 22 – Jul 3 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 3 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Aug 7 – Oct 16 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 12 – Jul 24 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 22 – Jul 3 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jun 12 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 31 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Mar 27 | — | — | May 29 – Jul 24 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Mar 27 | — | — | May 29 – Jul 10 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 22 – Jun 19 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | Aug 7 – Oct 9 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 24 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | May 1 – May 29 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 26 – Jul 31 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Mar 27 | — | — | Jun 12 – Jul 24 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Jan 16 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 14 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 8 – Jun 12 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jun 12 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 5 – Jul 17 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 17 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 4 | Jan 3 – Jun 20 | 90–240 |
| Ginger | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | 240–300 |
| Green Beans | — | Mar 27 | — | — | May 22 – Jul 17 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | Apr 3 | — | Aug 7 – Oct 16 | 120–180 |
| Hot Peppers | Jan 16 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 12 – Sep 18 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 17 – Aug 21 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Aug 7 – Oct 16 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Jul 31 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 8 – Jun 5 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 10 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Mar 27 | — | — | Jun 26 – Jul 31 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 8 – Jun 12 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – May 29 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 19 – Sep 4 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 12 – Jul 24 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jul 3 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Mar 27 | — | — | May 29 – Jul 10 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 17 – Sep 18 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Sep 18 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 1 – Jun 5 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jun 26 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 31 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 24 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | May 8 – Jul 3 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – May 22 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jun 19 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jun 26 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 24 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 19 – Aug 7 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 1 – May 29 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | Jun 19 – Jul 31 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 22 – Jun 19 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 10 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Jan 16 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 24 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 21 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 1 – Jun 5 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 22 – Jun 26 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 5 – Jul 17 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | May 29 – Jul 3 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | Jun 19 – Jul 31 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 29 – Jul 24 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jun 12 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Jun 19 – Aug 7 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 24 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 24 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 10 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Mar 27 | — | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Jul 31 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 22 – Jul 24 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 26 – Aug 21 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | Apr 3 | — | Jul 24 – Sep 18 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Mar 27 | — | — | May 29 – Jul 10 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – May 29 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–85 |
| Turmeric | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | 240–300 |
| Turnip | — | Mar 6 | — | Sep 6 | Apr 17 – May 22 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 20 | Sep 6 | May 1 – Jun 5 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 12 – Jul 31 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Mar 27 | — | — | May 22 – Jul 17 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 21 | 90–120 |
| Yard Long Beans | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 10 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Feb 20 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 22 – Jul 17 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Windthorst
27 fruits matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Windthorst.
Show all 27 fruits with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 23 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Blueberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Jul 24 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Elderberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Figs | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Apr 10 | — | Jun 19 – Aug 14 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 3 – Aug 14 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Kiwi | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Loquat | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Medlar | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Pawpaw | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Persimmon | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Quince | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Raspberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Apr 10 | — | Jul 10 – Dec 25 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Windthorst
39 herbs matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Windthorst.
Show all 39 herbs with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | Jun 12 – Aug 28 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 31 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | May 8 – Jun 26 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Jul 31 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 24 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Cumin | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | Jun 26 – Aug 28 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 22 – Jul 17 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 24 | 60–90 |
| Feverfew | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 26 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Jul 17 | 60–70 |
| Lemon Thyme | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Verbena | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Lemongrass | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 19 – Sep 18 | 75–120 |
| Lovage | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 70–90 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Jul 17 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 19 – Nov 6 | 80–180 |
| Rue | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 12 – Aug 7 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 22 – Jul 17 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Mar 13 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Jun 26 | 40–60 |
| Stevia | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 14 | 60–90 |
| Tarragon | — | — | Mar 27 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — | May 29 – Jul 31 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 5 – Aug 7 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | Mar 27 | — | Jul 31 – Nov 6 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Windthorst
54 flowers matched to Zone 8a with planting dates calibrated for Windthorst.
Show all 54 flowers with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Feb 6 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 8 – Sep 25 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Oct 11 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 | 28–42 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Sep 20 | Oct 4 – Nov 1 | 90–120 |
| Astilbe | Jan 23 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Jul 17 | 70–100 |
| Bachelor's Button | — | Feb 6 | Mar 6 | Sep 20 | May 8 – Aug 21 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Jan 9 | — | Mar 13 | — | May 22 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Jan 23 | Mar 13 | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 16 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Jan 23 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | — | Feb 6 | Mar 6 | Sep 6 | Apr 24 – Sep 4 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | — | — | Sep 20 | Nov 29 – Mar 7 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Feb 20 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 15 – Oct 9 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Jan 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Jan 23 | Mar 13 | Mar 20 | — | May 22 – Oct 16 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Feb 20 | Mar 6 | Mar 6 | — | May 15 – Oct 2 | 60–90 |
| Crocus | — | — | — | Oct 18 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 | 10–20 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Oct 11 | Sep 20 – Oct 18 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | Feb 27 | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 30 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Jan 23 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 16 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Jan 23 | Feb 6 | Feb 13 | — | Apr 3 – Jun 19 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Jan 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 16 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Jan 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | 80–120 |
| Freesia | — | — | — | Oct 4 | Nov 1 – Nov 29 | 84–112 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Jan 30 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 22 – Nov 6 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Jan 9 | — | Mar 13 | — | May 22 – Oct 9 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 30 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Jan 16 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 2 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Oct 18 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Jan 16 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 2 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Jan 23 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 16 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | Mar 20 | — | May 8 – Jun 12 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | Feb 20 | — | Sep 6 | May 1 – Aug 7 | 60–90 |
| Lavender | Jan 16 | — | Mar 27 | — | Jun 5 – Sep 11 | 90–120 |
| Lilies | — | Division | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Sep 18 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Jan 23 | — | Feb 13 | — | Apr 10 – Jun 5 | 70–80 |
| Lupine | Jan 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 8 – Jun 5 | 75–100 |
| Marigolds | Feb 6 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 8 – Sep 11 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Feb 20 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 8 – Oct 9 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Jan 9 | — | Mar 6 | Sep 6 | May 1 – Aug 7 | 70–90 |
| Peonies | — | Division | Mar 20 | — | May 15 – Jun 12 | 90–120 |
| Petunia | Jan 23 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 2 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Jan 23 | Mar 20 | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Aug 7 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Feb 20 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 1 – Sep 25 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Sep 20 | Oct 4 – Nov 8 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Jan 16 | — | Mar 20 | — | May 29 – Oct 16 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Jan 23 | — | Mar 13 | — | May 22 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Jan 23 | — | Mar 20 | — | Jul 10 – Oct 2 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | Jan 9 | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Sep 6 | May 15 – Sep 4 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Feb 27 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | Jun 5 – Oct 9 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | Feb 6 | Feb 13 | Mar 6 | Sep 20 | Apr 17 – Aug 7 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | — | — | — | Sep 13 | Nov 22 – Feb 14 | 65–85 |
| Tulips | — | — | — | Oct 18 | Oct 4 – Nov 1 | 15–30 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Jan 9 | — | Mar 13 | — | May 22 – Oct 9 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Jan 23 | Mar 13 | Mar 20 | — | May 22 – Oct 16 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Feb 20 | Mar 13 | Mar 13 | — | May 22 – Oct 9 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Windthorst
ZIP Codes in Windthorst
Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):
Gardening Guides & Resources
Helpful guides from The Ultimate Homestead to improve your garden in Archer County.
Your Archer County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Archer County (Zone 8a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.
The Gardener's Encyclopedia to Companion Planting
The pairings that make vegetables, herbs, and flowers grow better — and the ones that quietly wreck a bed.
- Proven pairings for 200+ vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits
- Full seed-starting + planting schedule with timing and spacing
- Bonus: square-foot gardening guide + printable seasonal planners
Seed Saving & Storage Guide
Most saved seeds go bad before next season. This shows exactly when to pick, how to dry, and where to store seeds from 200 plants so yours don't.
- 200 plants, step-by-step: life cycle, pollination type, isolation
- Exact temperature + humidity ranges that keep seeds viable
- Bonus: searchable Google Sheets tracker + custom GPT assistant
Composting Guide for Homesteaders
Turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into compost that actually feeds the garden — instead of a pile that smells, attracts pests, and never breaks down.
- 14 sections on composting methods, soil science, and troubleshooting
- The 7-step hot-compost system from start to finish
- Bonus tools: troubleshooting chart, safety guide, monitoring log