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Dodson, TX — Planting Guide for June

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Collingsworth County, Texas Zone 7b June

Your June gardening checklist

A quick June briefing for Collingsworth County, Texas gardeners — what's urgent, what's next, and what can wait.

Avg. last frost March 28
Avg. first frost November 6
Soil temp (4") 65°F
Watering High
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.3 hrs
  1. Sow begonias, geraniums, and hostas in trays indoors

    A seed-starting mix and a sunny window (or a grow light) are all you need. Keep soil warm — around 70°F — for fast germination.

  2. Start harvesting basil, carrots, and cucumber

    If you can't use it all right away, check the food-preservation section of your planner.

A few tasks this June that'll pay off in July
  • First harvests: basil, cucumber, and green beans

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Dodson has a classic four-season growing climate (Zone 7b). The last spring frost typically lands around March 28 and the first fall frost arrives around November 6 — a 223-day frost-free season that's long enough for tomatoes, peppers, melons, and a full succession of cool-weather crops on either side. The trick is timing: start warm-season seedlings indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, harden them off, and plant out the week after your local frost date is statistically safe.

Native soil is Sandy Loam — warms fast and drains free, but nutrients and water wash through. Plan on heavy organic-matter additions and either drip irrigation or frequent shallow waterings to keep crops happy.

Dodson averages 31.4 drought weeks per year (US Drought Monitor, 2000–present, trend stable). Treat irrigation as a year-round system, not a summer add-on.

🌡️ USDA Zone

7b (5°F to 10°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

March 28

🍂 Avg. First Frost

November 6

📅 Growing Season

223 days

🌧️ Climate

Unknown 0.0" annual

💨 Wind

Breezy 10.5 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

31.4 wk/yr trend stable

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Dodson, TX Long season
223 days
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Last Spring Frost March 28
➔ 223 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost November 6

Monthly Watering Calendar for Dodson

When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.

Why it matters: Most vegetables want about 1 inch of water per week. Dodson gets 0" a year — months that hit that 1"/week need zero supplemental watering; months that fall short, the table tells you how much to add. Saves you from drowning roots and from drought-stressing plants into bolting.

1"/wk 0" 2.3" 4.7" 7" 9.3" Jan 3.2" Feb 2.7" +1.5" Mar 2.8" +2.4" Apr 1.9" +3" May 1.3" +2.6" Jun 1.7" Jul 7.6" Aug 9.3" Sep 7.1" Oct 4.8" Nov 3" Dec 3.3"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 3.2 in 3 days — None
Feb 2.7 in 2 days — None
Mar 2.8 in 1 days 1.5 in Moderate
Apr 1.9 in 1 days 2.4 in High
May 1.3 in 0 days 3 in High
Jun 1.7 in 1 days 2.6 in High
Jul 7.6 in 6 days — Low
Aug 9.3 in 8 days — Low
Sep 7.1 in 5 days — Low
Oct 4.8 in 3 days — Low
Nov 3 in 1 days — None
Dec 3.3 in 2 days — None

Annual total: 48.7 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.

Dodson Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

7.4-8.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Frost Risk Probability

Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations

Too early frost risk Safe to Plant Mar 28 → Nov 6 223 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: Apr 15 Protect by: Nov 21

Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.

How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.

Planting Strategy Last Spring Frost First Fall Frost Frost-Free Days
Conservative (safest) Apr 15 Nov 21 220 days
Cautious Apr 6 Nov 16 224 days
Average year Mar 28 Nov 6 223 days
Optimistic Mar 22 Oct 29 221 days
Aggressive (risky) Mar 13 Oct 24 225 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±32 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.

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Is the growing season changing?

Slightly — seasons are trending a bit longer (0.8 days/decade). Historical frost dates are still reliable for planning.

Gardening Difficulty Score

48 Moderate
Frost Timing Risk
10.0/10
Drought Risk
5.5/10
Soil Difficulty
3.0/10
Altitude Challenge
7.9/10
Climate Shift
3.3/10
Rainfall Challenge
1.4/10

Collingsworth County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.

Zone 7b Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Mar 28 First Frost: Nov 6

Local Gardening Help in Collingsworth County

Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Collingsworth County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Collingsworth County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Extension Office

Phone: 979-845-7800

Visit Extension Office Website →

Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.

Master Gardener Program

Free gardening help from trained volunteers

Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.

Find Master Gardeners in TX →

Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.

Soil Testing

Available through your extension office

Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.

Request a Soil Test →

Services Available in Collingsworth County

Soil testing Pest management Master Gardener program Water conservation
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Collingsworth County

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Collingsworth County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.

How to Find Them

Search for "nurseries near Collingsworth County TX" or "garden center Collingsworth County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.

Community gardens & gardening groups

Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Collingsworth County TX" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Collingsworth County Gardeners" or "Texas Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.

What to Plant After Your Harvest

After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.

After Lettuce (harvest ends Jul 11) 118 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
After Peppers (harvest ends Aug 22) 76 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Pole Beans (harvest ends Aug 1) 97 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Zucchini (harvest ends Jul 25) 104 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
After Spinach (harvest ends Jul 4) 125 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Cantaloupe (harvest ends Aug 1) 97 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
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After Carrots (harvest ends Jul 4) 125 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Green Beans (harvest ends Jul 18) 111 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Cabbage (harvest ends Jul 25) 104 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Eggplant (harvest ends Aug 22) 76 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Winter) (harvest ends Aug 29) 69 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Corn (harvest ends Jul 25) 104 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d

Sunlight & Day Length in Dodson

Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.

Why this matters: Onion varieties are sold by "short-day," "intermediate-day," and "long-day." Dodson's latitude determines which to buy — and getting it wrong is the difference between baseball-sized bulbs and marbles.

Longest Day

14.3 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

9.7 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

10.5 hr/day peak (summer)

Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.

14hr 12hr 4h 7h 10h 13h 16h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) Peak sun hours (direct sunlight after cloud cover) ▪ Gold zone = long day (14+ hr) ▪ Blue zone = short day (<12 hr)

Onion tip: Day-neutral onion varieties like Candy, Cabernet, and Sierra Blanca perform best in your day-length range.

View detailed monthly data
MonthDaylight HoursPeak Sun HoursDay Length
January 9.9 hr 5.4 hr Short day
February 10.7 hr 6.3 hr Short day
March 11.7 hr 6.9 hr Short day
April 12.9 hr 7.9 hr Neutral
May 13.8 hr 8.5 hr Neutral
June 14.3 hr 9.4 hr Long day
July 14.1 hr 10.5 hr Long day
August 13.3 hr 9.6 hr Neutral
September 12.2 hr 8.7 hr Neutral
October 11.1 hr 7.1 hr Short day
November 10.1 hr 5.9 hr Short day
December 9.7 hr 5.2 hr Short day

Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.

Soil Temperature & Composting in Dodson

Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.

What this means for you: Lettuce germinates at 35°F. Beans want 60°F. Tomatoes 65°F+. Soil temp, not air temp, is what plants feel. Dodson's monthly curve tells you when each crop actually has the conditions to take off.

Plant Warm Crops When

Soil reaches 60°F+

Soil warm enough from Jun through Sep.

Best Month to Compost

Jun

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

6 months

Solid season. Piles go dormant in winter.

60°F 70°F 10° 30° 50° 70° 90° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
4" depth 8" depth - - - 60°F (corn, beans) - - - 70°F (tomatoes, peppers)
View detailed monthly data
MonthSoil 4" DeepSoil 8" DeepCompost ActivityTime to Finish
Jan 24°F 32°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Feb 25°F 31°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Mar 32°F 34°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Apr 45°F 44°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
May 56°F 51°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Jun 65°F 59°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 71°F 66°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 72°F 69°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 68°F 67°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 57°F 59°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Nov 43°F 46°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Dec 31°F 37°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks

Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.

Pest & Disease Pressure in Dodson

Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.

The practical takeaway: Pest score isn't pass/fail. It's a planning input. Higher scores mean: more compost (resilient plants), wider spacing (air circulation), resistant varieties (built-in defense), and inspection (catch issues at egg stage).

Insect Pest Pressure

6.6 / 10

Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.

Disease Risk

7.6 / 10

High fungal/bacterial risk. Space plants for airflow, water at soil level.

Seasonal Risk

Spring Moderate
Summer High
Fall Low
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak Months
Aphids Moderate Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Japanese beetles Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug
Squash vine borers Moderate May, Jun, Jul
Stink bugs Moderate May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Whiteflies Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Spider mites Moderate Jul, Aug
Organic pest management tips
  • Install physical barriers: floating row covers, copper tape for slugs, mesh netting
  • Apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for caterpillar control — safe for beneficial insects
  • Use kaolin clay spray to deter a wide range of insects on fruiting crops
  • Release beneficial insects: ladybugs for aphids, parasitic wasps for caterpillars
  • Apply neem oil weekly during high-pressure months
  • Mulch heavily (3-4 inches) to reduce soil-borne disease splash

Cover Crops for Dodson

Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.

Why this matters: Cover crops fix nitrogen by hosting bacteria that pull it from the air. A vigorous legume cover crop can deliver 50-150 lbs/acre of nitrogen — meaningful for the next vegetable season.

Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Apr 3 Aug 28 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Cowpeas (southern peas) Apr 4 Sep 4 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible
Sorghum-sudan grass Mar 29 Sep 4 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Mar 2 Aug 28 ✓ Yes Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Sunflowers Apr 26 Oct 16 — Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Austrian winter peas Sep 3 Mar 14 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Aug 27 Mar 7 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Sep 24 Mar 14 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 28 Mar 14 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Oct 7 Mar 7 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Aug 10 Mar 14 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Aug 17 Mar 14 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Dodson

Why it matters: Light wind is good (strengthens stems, aids pollination); strong wind is bad (snaps stems, dries leaves, scatters seeds). Dodson averages 10.5 mph. If you garden near coast, ridge, or open plains, you're likely above that — plan for it.

Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 18 mph   Summer: 13 mph

Fall: 14 mph   Winter: 17 mph

Prevailing wind: S. Windy area — plant a windbreak hedge on the S side of your garden.

Windbreak Benefit

9/10

Strongly recommended — a windbreak (fence, hedge, or row of tall crops like corn or sunflowers) will significantly improve garden yields.

Frost Pocket Risk

Low

Relatively flat terrain (153 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.

Rainwater Harvesting in Dodson

How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.

For new gardeners: Captured rainwater is better for plants than tap water (no chlorine), works during water restrictions, and reduces stormwater runoff. Dodson's 0" annual rainfall is a meaningful pool — most homes could capture 10,000+ gallons a year with a decent system.

Annual Collection

24,272 gal

Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)

Recommended Setup

6 rain barrels (55 gal each)

For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,500 gal tank.

Legal Status

Unrestricted

Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.

Best Collection Months

Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.

Months to Draw From Storage

Apr, May, Jun

Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.

Rainwater collection tips for your area
  • Your county receives approximately 48.7 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 24,272 gallons annually
  • Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
  • Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Apr, May, Jun)
  • Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection

🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Dodson

112 vegetables matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Dodson.

Show all 112 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 4 – Aug 8 80–100
Amaranth Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 29 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 11 — Aug 15 – Oct 24 120–180
Arugula Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 11 — — 730–1095
Beets — Mar 14 — Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 6 50–70
Belgian Endive Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jul 18 – Sep 12 110–150
Bitter Melon Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 13 – Jul 25 60–90
Black Beans — Apr 4 — — Jul 4 – Aug 22 90–120
Bok Choy Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 13 40–60
Broccoli Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 30 – Jul 11 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 13 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 27 – Aug 22 90–130
Butternut Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 15 85–110
Cabbage Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 30 – Jul 25 60–100
Calabash Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 4 – Aug 29 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 11 — Aug 15 – Sep 26 120–150
Carrots — Mar 14 — Aug 28 May 16 – Jun 20 60–80
Cauliflower Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 25 55–100
Celeriac Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jul 11 – Aug 15 100–120
Celery Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 20 – Aug 15 80–120
Celtuce Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 30 – Jul 11 60–90
Chard Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 11 50–60
Chayote Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Aug 15 – Oct 24 120–180
Chickpeas Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 20 – Aug 1 80–110
Chicory Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 30 – Jul 11 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jun 20 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 4 – Aug 8 80–100
Collard Greens Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 25 55–75
Corn — Apr 4 — — Jun 6 – Aug 1 60–100
Cowpeas — Apr 4 — — Jun 6 – Jul 18 60–90
Cress Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Apr 11 – May 2 14–21
Crookneck Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — May 30 – Jun 27 45–60
Crosne — Mar 14 — Aug 28 Aug 15 – Oct 17 150–200
Cucumber Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 1 50–70
Daikon — Mar 14 — Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 6 50–70
Delicata Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 4 – Aug 8 80–100
Edamame — Apr 4 — — Jun 20 – Aug 1 75–100
Eggplant Jan 24 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 20 – Aug 22 65–85
Endive Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 16 – Jun 20 45–65
Escarole Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jun 20 50–70
Fava Beans Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 13 – Jul 25 75–100
Fennel Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 13 – Jul 25 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 25 Dec 25 – May 7 90–240
Green Beans — Apr 4 — — May 30 – Jul 25 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 11 — Aug 15 – Oct 24 120–180
Hot Peppers Jan 24 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 20 – Sep 26 70–120
Hubbard Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 25 – Aug 29 100–120
Jicama Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Aug 15 – Oct 24 120–180
Kabocha Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 8 85–100
Kai Lan Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 16 – Jun 13 45–60
Kale Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 18 50–70
Kidney Beans — Apr 4 — — Jul 4 – Aug 8 85–110
Kohlrabi Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 16 – Jun 20 45–65
Komatsuna Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – Jun 6 35–50
Leeks Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 27 – Sep 12 90–150
Lentils Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 20 – Aug 1 80–110
Lettuce Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 11 30–60
Lima Beans — Apr 4 — — Jun 6 – Jul 18 60–90
Loofah Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 25 – Sep 26 100–150
Luffa Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Sep 26 90–150
Mache Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 13 40–60
Malabar Spinach Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Jul 4 55–70
Melon Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 20 – Aug 8 70–100
Microgreens Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Apr 4 – May 2 7–21
Mitsuba Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 16 – Jul 11 50–70
Mizuna Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – May 30 30–45
Mustard Greens Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 30–50
Napa Cabbage Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jun 27 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Jul 4 55–70
Okra Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 1 50–65
Onion Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 27 – Aug 15 90–120
Pac Choi Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 6 40–55
Parsnip — Mar 14 — Aug 28 Jun 27 – Aug 8 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — May 30 – Jun 27 45–60
Peas Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 18 55–70
Peppers Jan 24 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 13 – Aug 22 60–90
Pole Beans Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 1 55–70
Potatoes Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 20 – Aug 29 70–120
Pumpkin Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 29 85–120
Purslane Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 13 40–60
Radicchio Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 30 – Jul 4 60–80
Radish — Mar 14 — Aug 28 Apr 11 – May 2 22–35
Rhubarb — — Apr 18 — — 365–730
Romanesco Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 13 – Jul 25 75–100
Rutabaga — Mar 14 — Aug 28 Jun 6 – Jul 11 80–100
Salsify — Mar 14 — Aug 28 Jun 27 – Aug 8 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 6 – Aug 1 70–110
Scallions Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jun 20 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 13 – Jul 18 60–80
Shallot Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 Jun 27 – Aug 15 90–120
Shiso Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 1 50–70
Snap Peas Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 1 55–70
Snow Peas Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 18 50–65
Soybeans — Apr 4 — — Jun 27 – Aug 22 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 8 85–100
Spinach Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 35–50
Squash (Summer) Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — May 30 – Aug 1 45–65
Squash (Winter) Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 4 – Aug 29 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 11 — Aug 1 – Sep 26 110–150
Sweet Corn — Apr 4 — — Jun 6 – Jul 18 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 29 90–120
Tatsoi Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 2 – Jun 6 35–50
Tomatillo Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 13 – Aug 22 60–85
Tomatoes Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 13 – Aug 22 60–85
Turnip — Mar 14 — Aug 28 Apr 25 – May 30 40–60
Watercress Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 28 Aug 28 May 9 – Jun 13 40–60
Watermelon Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 20 – Aug 8 70–100
Wax Beans — Apr 4 — — May 30 – Jul 25 50–65
Winter Melon Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jul 11 – Aug 29 90–120
Yard Long Beans Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Jul 18 55–80
Zucchini Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 11 — May 30 – Jul 25 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Dodson

31 fruits matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Dodson.

Show all 31 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 18 — Jul 18 – Oct 31 90–180
Aronia — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — Apr 18 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — Apr 18 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 18 — Jun 27 – Aug 1 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 18 — — 1095–1825
Cranberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Currants — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Elderberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 18 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 18 — Jun 27 – Aug 22 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — Apr 18 — — 1095–1825
Haskaps — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Honeydew — — Apr 18 — Jul 11 – Aug 22 80–110
Jostaberry — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — Apr 18 — — 1095–1825
Lingonberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Loquat — — Apr 18 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — Apr 18 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — Apr 18 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 18 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 18 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 18 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 18 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 18 — Jul 18 – Nov 28 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Dodson

36 herbs matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Dodson.

Show all 36 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 — 365–730
Anise Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 Jun 20 – Sep 5 90–120
Basil Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 8 50–75
Bee Balm — — Apr 4 — Jul 4 – Sep 19 90–120
Borage Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 16 – Jul 4 50–60
Caraway Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 — 365–450
Catnip — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 8 60–80
Chamomile Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 23 – Aug 1 60–90
Chervil Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 40–60
Chives — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Cilantro Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 40–60
Comfrey — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Cumin Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 Jul 4 – Sep 5 100–120
Dill Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 40–60
Epazote Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — May 30 – Jul 25 45–60
Fennel (herb) Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 23 – Aug 1 60–90
Feverfew — — Apr 4 — Jul 4 – Sep 19 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Horehound — — Apr 4 — Jun 20 – Aug 15 75–90
Hyssop — — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Aug 15 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Jul 25 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Aug 15 70–90
Lovage — — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Aug 15 70–90
Marjoram — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Mint — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Oregano — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Parsley Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 23 – Jul 25 60–80
Rosemary — — Apr 4 — Jun 27 – Nov 14 80–180
Rue — — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Aug 15 70–90
Sage — — Apr 4 — Jun 20 – Aug 15 75–90
Savory — — Apr 4 — May 30 – Jul 25 50–70
Sorrel Feb 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Aug 28 May 2 – Jul 4 40–60
Tarragon — — Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Aug 15 60–90
Thai Basil Feb 7 Apr 4 Apr 11 — Jun 6 – Aug 8 50–75
Thyme — — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Aug 15 70–90
Valerian — — Apr 4 — Aug 8 – Nov 14 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Dodson

53 flowers matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Dodson.

Show all 53 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Feb 14 Mar 28 Mar 28 — May 23 – Sep 26 60–75
Alliums — — — Oct 2 Oct 30 – Nov 20 28–42
Anemones — — — Sep 11 Sep 25 – Oct 23 90–120
Astilbe Jan 24 — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Aug 8 70–100
Bachelor's Button Feb 14 Feb 21 Mar 28 Sep 11 May 30 – Sep 5 60–90
Begonias Jan 17 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 10 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Jan 24 Mar 21 Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Oct 24 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Jan 24 — Apr 4 — May 23 – Jun 27 60–90
Calendula Feb 14 Feb 21 Mar 28 Sep 11 May 16 – Sep 12 50–70
California Poppy — Feb 28 — Sep 11 May 9 – Aug 1 60–90
Celosia Feb 28 Mar 28 Mar 28 — May 30 – Oct 10 60–90
Columbine Jan 31 Apr 4 Apr 4 — May 23 – Jun 27 70–100
Coreopsis Jan 24 Mar 28 Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Oct 24 60–80
Cosmos Feb 28 Mar 21 Mar 21 — May 30 – Oct 3 60–90
Crocus — — — Oct 2 Aug 28 – Sep 18 10–20
Daffodils — — — Oct 2 Sep 4 – Sep 25 20–40
Dahlias Mar 7 Apr 4 Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Oct 31 70–120
Daylily Jan 24 — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Oct 24 60–90
Dianthus Jan 31 Feb 21 Feb 28 — Apr 18 – Jul 11 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Jan 24 Apr 4 Apr 4 — Jun 20 – Oct 24 70–90
Foxglove Jan 31 Apr 4 Apr 4 — May 23 – Jun 27 80–120
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Feb 7 Mar 28 Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Nov 7 70–100
Geraniums Jan 17 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 10 70–100
Gladiolus — Mar 28 Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 24 70–100
Hostas Jan 17 — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Oct 17 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Oct 2 Sep 25 – Oct 16 14–28
Hydrangeas Jan 17 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 3 90–150
Impatiens Jan 31 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 10 60–75
Irises — Division Apr 4 — May 23 – Jun 27 60–100
Larkspur — Feb 28 — Aug 28 May 9 – Aug 1 60–90
Lavender Jan 24 — Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Sep 5 90–120
Lilies — Division Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Sep 26 70–120
Lobelia Jan 24 — Feb 28 — Apr 25 – Jul 4 70–80
Lupine Jan 31 Apr 4 Apr 4 — May 23 – Jun 27 75–100
Marigolds Feb 14 Mar 28 Mar 28 — May 23 – Sep 12 50–70
Nasturtium Feb 28 Mar 28 Mar 28 — May 23 – Oct 10 55–65
Pansy Jan 17 — Mar 21 Aug 28 May 16 – Aug 8 70–90
Peonies — Division Apr 4 — May 30 – Jun 27 90–120
Petunia Jan 31 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 3 70–90
Phlox Jan 24 Apr 4 Apr 4 — Jun 13 – Sep 5 80–110
Portulaca Feb 28 Mar 28 Mar 28 — May 16 – Sep 26 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Sep 11 Oct 2 – Oct 30 90–120
Roses Jan 17 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 17 90–180
Salvia Jan 31 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 10 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Jan 24 — Apr 4 — Jul 25 – Oct 17 60–90
Snapdragon Jan 17 Feb 28 Mar 21 Sep 11 May 30 – Sep 5 70–100
Sunflower Mar 7 Mar 28 Mar 28 — Jun 20 – Oct 10 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Feb 14 Feb 28 Mar 28 Sep 25 May 9 – Aug 15 45–60
Sweet Pea — — — Sep 11 Nov 20 – Feb 12 65–85
Tulips — — — Oct 2 Sep 18 – Oct 9 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Jan 17 — Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 10 70–90
Yarrow Jan 24 Mar 21 Apr 4 — Jun 6 – Oct 24 60–90
Zinnia Feb 28 Mar 28 Mar 28 — Jun 6 – Oct 10 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Dodson

ZIP Codes in Dodson

Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):