When to Plant Snapdragon in Ochiltree County, TX
Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are classic cool-season annuals whose upright spikes of dragon-lipped flowers are among spring's most dramatic displays. Tolerating light frosts, they bloom from early spring until summer heat shuts them down — then often revive in fall. In zones 9-11 they are grown as fall-planted winter annuals and may re-seed to naturalize.
Ochiltree County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 189 days.
At an elevation of 3,924 feet, Ochiltree County receives approximately 45.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Snapdragon during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Snapdragon will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.
Ochiltree County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Snapdragon Planting Timeline — Ochiltree County, TX
Snapdragon Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 5 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 16 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Direct Sow | March 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 9 |
| Bloom | June 25 | Jun 25 – Sep 17 |
| Fall Sowing | August 27 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
· 9" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | Bloom |
| July | Bloom |
| August | Fall Sowing Bloom |
| September | Fall Sowing Bloom |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
70–100 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6.2–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
189 days in Ochiltree County
Growing Tips for Ochiltree County
Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost; seeds need light to germinate — press into moist medium and do not cover. Transplant after hardening off, even if light frosts remain. Pinch seedlings once to encourage branching. Deadhead to prolong blooming. In zones 8-11, sow in fall for a winter-to-spring show. Tall varieties (24-36") make excellent cut flowers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Snapdragon in Ochiltree County, TX?
Ochiltree County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 16. Plan your Snapdragon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Ochiltree County, TX?
Ochiltree County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and first fall frost is October 22.
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