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When to Plant Basil in Atascosa County, TX

Basil

Basil is a fragrant warm-season herb essential to Italian and Thai cuisines. It comes in many varieties including sweet, Thai, purple, and lemon types.

Atascosa County, Texas is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 26 and the first fall frost is November 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 276 days.

At an elevation of 1,942 feet, Atascosa County receives approximately 51.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Basil during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Basil root diseases.

Atascosa County, TX (Zone 9a) Year-round
276 days
Last Spring Frost February 26
276 growing days
First Fall Frost November 29

Atascosa County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.8-7.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Basil

Basil needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Basil Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 1.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 4.3" 1.6" 2.7" 🚿 Regular watering
Mar 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" 💧 Light watering
Apr 4.3" 4.8" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
May 4.3" 7.6" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 7.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 7.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 6.6" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 4.9" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Oct 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 1.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Feb–Nov in Atascosa County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Basil Planting Timeline — Atascosa County, TX

Basil Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 15 Jan 15 – Jan 29
Transplant Outdoors March 5 Mar 5 – Mar 19
Direct Sow March 5 Mar 5 – Mar 26
Harvest April 30 Apr 30 – Jul 2

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

50–75 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 9a

📆 Growing Season

276 days in Atascosa County

Growing Tips for Atascosa County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow after last frost. Pinch flower buds to extend leaf production. Harvest leaves from the top down, cutting just above a leaf pair.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Rue
  • Sage

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🌾 Save Your Own Basil Seeds
Life Cycle Annual
Pollination Self-Pollinating
How to Collect Let flower spikes dry brown on the plant.
Storage Store airtight; viable 5 years at 35°F, under 45% humidity.

Isolate 150 ft between varieties. Different basil species can cross.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Basil in Atascosa County, TX?

Atascosa County is in Zone 9a with an average last frost of February 26. Plan your Basil planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Atascosa County, TX?

Atascosa County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 26 and first fall frost is November 29.

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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 Atascosa County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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