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When to Plant Napa Cabbage in Fisher County, TX

Napa cabbage forms tall, barrel-shaped heads with tender, crinkled leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It is the primary cabbage used for kimchi.

Fisher County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 235 days.

At an elevation of 1,474 feet, Fisher County receives approximately 59.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 97°F, so Napa Cabbage may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Napa Cabbage will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Napa Cabbage root diseases.

Fisher County, TX (Zone 8a) Long season
235 days
Last Spring Frost March 25
235 growing days
First Fall Frost November 15

Fisher County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Napa Cabbage Planting Timeline — Fisher County, TX

Napa Cabbage Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 18 Feb 18 – Mar 4
Transplant Outdoors March 25 Mar 25 – Apr 8
Direct Sow March 11 Mar 11 – Apr 1
Harvest May 20 May 20 – Jun 24
Fall Sowing September 6 Sep 6 – Sep 20

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

High — keep soil consistently moist

📅 Days to Maturity

55–75 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8a

📆 Growing Season

235 days in Fisher County

Growing Tips for Fisher County

Best grown as a fall crop. Direct sow in late summer, 60-70 days before first frost. Keep soil evenly moist. Bolt-resistant varieties are available for spring planting.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Napa Cabbage in Fisher County, TX?

Fisher County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Napa Cabbage planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Fisher County, TX?

Fisher County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 25 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 Fisher County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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