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When to Plant Escarole in Nueces County, TX

Escarole is a broad-leaved endive with slightly bitter, sturdy leaves. The outer leaves are more bitter while the blanched heart is tender and mild.

Nueces County, Texas is in USDA Zone 10a. The average last spring frost is February 10 and the first fall frost is December 10, giving you a growing season of approximately 303 days.

At an elevation of 1,586 feet, Nueces County receives approximately 53.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 95°F, so Escarole may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Escarole root diseases.

Nueces County, TX (Zone 10a) Year-round
303 days
Last Spring Frost February 10
303 growing days
First Fall Frost December 10

Nueces County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Escarole Planting Timeline — Nueces County, TX

Escarole Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 13 Jan 13 – Jan 27
Transplant Outdoors February 10 Feb 10 – Feb 24
Direct Sow January 20 Jan 20 – Feb 10
Harvest April 7 Apr 7 – May 5
Fall Sowing October 15 Oct 15 – Oct 29

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

50–70 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 10a

📆 Growing Season

303 days in Nueces County

Growing Tips for Nueces County

Direct sow in spring or late summer. Blanch heads by tying outer leaves together or covering with a pot for 2 weeks before harvest. Excellent braised or in soups.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Fennel

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Escarole in Nueces County, TX?

Nueces County is in Zone 10a with an average last frost of February 10. Plan your Escarole planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Nueces County, TX?

Nueces County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a. The average last spring frost is February 10 and first fall frost is December 10.

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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 Nueces County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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