When to Plant Dill in Aransas County, TX
Dill is a feathery annual herb with aromatic leaves and seeds. Its fine foliage and umbrella-shaped flower heads attract beneficial insects to the garden.
Aransas County, Texas is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 10 and the first fall frost is December 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 305 days.
At an elevation of 173 feet, Aransas County receives approximately 67.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 104°F, so Dill may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Dill root diseases.
Aransas County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.7-7.7
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Dill Planting Timeline — Aransas County, TX
Dill Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | January 13 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 |
| Transplant Outdoors | February 3 | Feb 3 – Feb 17 |
| Direct Sow | January 20 | Jan 20 – Feb 10 |
| Fall Sowing | October 17 | Oct 17 – Oct 31 |
| Harvest | March 17 | Mar 17 – May 19 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| February | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| March | Harvest |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | Fall Sowing |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
40–60 days
Soil pH
5.5 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 9a
Growing Season
305 days
Growing Tips for Aransas County
Direct sow in spring as dill has a taproot and dislikes transplanting. Succession sow for continuous leaf harvest. Allow some plants to flower for seeds and to attract beneficial insects.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Dill in Aransas County, TX?
Aransas County is in Zone 9a with an average last frost of February 10. Plan your Dill planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Aransas County, TX?
Aransas County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 10 and first fall frost is December 12.
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