When to Plant Dill in Gaines 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.
Gaines County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 214 days.
At an elevation of 3,384 feet, Gaines County receives approximately 43.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 100°F, so Dill may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Dill will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.
Gaines County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
7.5-8.7
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
Water stress score is 8/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Dill Planting Timeline — Gaines County, TX
Dill Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Direct Sow | March 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 13 |
| Fall Sowing | August 28 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Harvest | May 11 | May 11 – Jul 13 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| 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 7b
Growing Season
214 days
Growing Tips for Gaines 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 Gaines County, TX?
Gaines County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Dill planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Gaines County, TX?
Gaines County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is November 6.
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