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When to Plant Cowpeas in Dimmit County, TX

Cowpeas (black-eyed peas) are a heat-loving legume that fixes nitrogen in the soil. They are drought-tolerant and produce protein-rich pods in hot conditions.

Dimmit County, Texas is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 26 and the first fall frost is December 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 278 days.

At an elevation of 2,638 feet, Dimmit County receives approximately 63.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Cowpeas during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Cowpeas root diseases.

Dimmit County, TX (Zone 9a) Year-round
278 days
Last Spring Frost February 26
278 growing days
First Fall Frost December 1

Dimmit County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.5-7.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Cowpeas

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

Month Cowpeas Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 1.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Mar 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Apr 4.3" 6.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
May 4.3" 9.1" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 11.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 8.6" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 8.1" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 5.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Oct 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 4.3" 1.4" 2.9" 🚿 Regular watering

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

Cowpeas Planting Timeline — Dimmit County, TX

Cowpeas Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 5 Mar 5 – Mar 26
Harvest May 7 May 7 – Jun 18

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Low — drought tolerant

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 9a

📆 Growing Season

278 days in Dimmit County

Growing Tips for Dimmit County

Direct sow after soil is thoroughly warm. Do not over-fertilize with nitrogen as cowpeas fix their own. Harvest pods when they begin to dry on the vine for dry beans.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Fennel
  • Onion

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cowpeas in Dimmit County, TX?

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

What planting zone is Dimmit County, TX?

Dimmit County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 26 and first fall frost is December 1.

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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 Dimmit County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: August 2026.

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