When to Plant Romanesco in Kendall County, TX
Romanesco is a stunning brassica with a lime-green head composed of fractal-patterned spiraling florets. It has a nuttier, milder flavor than cauliflower.
Kendall County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 9 and the first fall frost is November 20, giving you a growing season of approximately 256 days.
At an elevation of 2,187 feet, Kendall County receives approximately 54.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 95°F, so Romanesco may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Romanesco root diseases.
Kendall County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Romanesco Planting Timeline — Kendall County, TX
Romanesco Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 2 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Direct Sow | February 23 | Feb 23 – Mar 16 |
| Harvest | May 25 | May 25 – Jul 6 |
| Fall Sowing | September 11 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | — |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
75–100 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 8b
📆 Growing Season
256 days in Kendall County
Growing Tips for Kendall County
Start seeds indoors 5-7 weeks before transplanting. Provide consistent moisture and avoid temperature stress. Harvest when head is fully formed but before florets begin to separate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Romanesco in Kendall County, TX?
Kendall County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 9. Plan your Romanesco planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Kendall County, TX?
Kendall County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 9 and first fall frost is November 20.
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