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When to Plant Pac Choi in Fannin County, TX

Pac choi (baby bok choy) is a compact variety of Chinese cabbage with tender leaves and crisp stems. It grows quickly and is ideal for containers and small spaces.

Fannin County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 16 and the first fall frost is November 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 244 days.

At an elevation of 282 feet, Fannin County receives approximately 63.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 88ยฐF, providing good warmth for Pac Choi during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Pac Choi root diseases.

Fannin County, TX (Zone 7b) Long season
244 days
Last Spring Frost March 16
244 growing days
First Fall Frost November 15

Fannin County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (177 days to spare)
Start indoors: Jan 31 Transplant: Mar 7 🍅 Harvest: Apr 18 – May 16
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (174 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 9 Transplant: Mar 16 🍅 Harvest: Apr 27 – May 25
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (166 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 5 Transplant: Apr 9 🍅 Harvest: May 21 – Jun 18

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

Plant needs
1.5″/week
Rainfall provides
1.1″/week
You supply
0.4″/week
Watering frequency 1-2 times/week
Season total 873 gal / 100 sq ft
Pac Choi needs ~760 GDD — county provides 3,904 GDD Excellent fit

Pac Choi Planting Timeline โ€” Fannin County, TX

Pac Choi Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 9 Feb 9 โ€“ Feb 23
Transplant Outdoors March 16 Mar 16 โ€“ Mar 30
Direct Sow March 2 Mar 2 โ€“ Mar 23
Fall Sowing September 6 Sep 6 โ€“ Sep 20
Harvest April 27 Apr 27 โ€“ May 25

Plant 1" deep ยท 15" apart ยท Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February Start Indoors
March Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Harvest
May Harvest
June โ€”
July โ€”
August โ€”
September Fall Sowing
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Water

High โ€” keep soil consistently moist

Days to Maturity

40โ€“55 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7.5

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

244 days

Growing Tips for Fannin County

Direct sow in spring or fall. Grows best in cool weather. Space 6 inches apart for baby pac choi. Harvest whole plants or cut outer leaves as needed.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pac Choi in Fannin County, TX?

Fannin County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 16. Plan your Pac Choi planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Fannin County, TX?

Fannin County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 16 and first fall frost is November 15.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Fannin County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.