Los Indios, TX — Planting Guide for June
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This month in Cameron County, Texas
June is a pivotal month for Cameron County, Texas gardens. Focus on these tasks first and you'll set up the rest of the season for success.
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Basket week: basil, cucumber, and green beans
Morning harvests are best — cooler temperatures mean crisper produce and longer fridge life.
Coming up in July — start thinking about
- First harvests: ageratum, alpine strawberries, and amaranth
Los Indios gardens in a long-season climate (Zone 10a, 322 frost-free days). Spring arrives early and fall lingers, so most of the work is matching the right crop to the right window — heat-lovers go in the ground as soon as the soil warms, and cool-season crops shift to fall and even winter rather than spring. Succession planting is your friend; you can plant the same crop three or four times in a season.
Soils trend Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.
Los Indios averages 27.4 drought weeks per year (US Drought Monitor, 2000–present, trend improving). Treat irrigation as a year-round system, not a summer add-on.
🌡️ USDA Zone
10a (30°F to 35°F min)
❄️ Avg. Last Frost
February 4
🍂 Avg. First Frost
December 22
📅 Growing Season
322 days
🌧️ Climate
Moderate 25.7" annual
💨 Wind
Breezy 11.1 mph avg
🥶 Frost Tier
Rare 30% frost-free years
🏜️ Drought
27.4 wk/yr trend improving
📍 ZIP Codes
1 ZIP
Monthly Watering Calendar for Los Indios
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
The practical takeaway: Plants need different amounts of water at different growth stages — heavy at flowering and fruit-set, lighter at establishment. Los Indios's 26" annual rainfall is your starting math; the timing tells you when natural rain will cover you and when you need to step in.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.6 in | 4 days | — | None |
| Feb | 2.2 in | 5 days | 2.1 in | High |
| Mar | 3.1 in | 6 days | 1.2 in | Moderate |
| Apr | 6.1 in | 9 days | — | Low |
| May | 9.2 in | 10 days | — | Low |
| Jun | 9.1 in | 8 days | — | Low |
| Jul | 7.5 in | 7 days | — | Low |
| Aug | 6.9 in | 7 days | — | Low |
| Sep | 5.6 in | 5 days | — | Low |
| Oct | 3.8 in | 5 days | 0.5 in | Low |
| Nov | 2.1 in | 4 days | 2.2 in | High |
| Dec | 1.4 in | 4 days | — | None |
Annual total: 58.6 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.
Los Indios Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.7-7.8
Drainage
Well Drained
Frost Risk Probability
Based on 16 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations
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) | Mar 4 | Dec 27 | 298 days |
| Cautious | Feb 13 | Dec 25 | 315 days |
| Average year | Feb 4 | Dec 22 | 321 days |
| Optimistic | Jan 17 | Dec 16 | 333 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Jan 10 | Dec 4 | 328 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±54 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Cameron County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.
Local Gardening Help in Cameron 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 Cameron County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Cameron 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.
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.
Services Available in Cameron County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Cameron County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Cameron 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 Cameron County TX" or "garden center Cameron 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 Cameron County TX" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Cameron 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.
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Sunlight & Day Length in Los Indios
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
What this means for you: Plants use day length as their seasonal clock. Some crops flower when days lengthen (most flowers), some when days shorten (chrysanthemums, soybeans). Los Indios's curve is the timing layer beneath everything you grow.
Longest Day
13.6 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
10.4 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
9.8 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.
Onion tip: Your shorter days favor short-day onion varieties like Vidalia, Texas 1015, and Red Creole. Plant in fall for best results.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Daylight Hours | Peak Sun Hours | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.5 hr | 5.9 hr | Short day |
| February | 11.1 hr | 6.7 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.8 hr | 7.4 hr | Short day |
| April | 12.6 hr | 7.8 hr | Neutral |
| May | 13.3 hr | 7.9 hr | Neutral |
| June | 13.6 hr | 9.3 hr | Neutral |
| July | 13.5 hr | 9.8 hr | Neutral |
| August | 12.9 hr | 9.4 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.1 hr | 8.5 hr | Neutral |
| October | 11.4 hr | 7.5 hr | Short day |
| November | 10.7 hr | 6.2 hr | Short day |
| December | 10.4 hr | 5.7 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting in Los Indios
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
Why it matters: Soil temperature is a leading indicator. A black plastic mulch can warm soil 5-10°F faster than bare ground — meaningful in Los Indios's spring if you're trying to plant tomatoes earlier.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from May through Oct.
Best Month to Compost
May
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
8 months
Nearly year-round composting.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43°F | 50°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Feb | 45°F | 48°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Mar | 48°F | 52°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Apr | 58°F | 60°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| May | 69°F | 66°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jun | 77°F | 73°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 85°F | 79°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 86°F | 83°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 81°F | 78°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 71°F | 73°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Nov | 60°F | 63°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Dec | 47°F | 54°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.
Pest & Disease Pressure in Los Indios
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
The practical takeaway: The most successful gardeners in high-pressure regions don't spray more — they design around the problem. Crop rotation, companion planting, and resistant varieties beat reactive spraying.
Insect Pest Pressure
High — expect multiple pest generations. Preventative measures essential.
Disease Risk
High fungal/bacterial risk. Space plants for airflow, water at soil level.
Seasonal Risk
View 6 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | High | Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Whiteflies | High | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Spider mites | High | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Fire ants | High | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Thrips | Moderate | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Leaf miners | Moderate | Mar, Apr, May, Jun |
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 Los Indios
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.
Why it matters: Cover crops are the experienced gardener's secret weapon. Los Indios's climate determines which species thrive: clover and vetch in mild winters, cereal rye and Austrian peas in cold ones.
Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | Feb 10 | Oct 20 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Cowpeas (southern peas) | Feb 14 | Oct 27 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | Feb 10 | Oct 13 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Jan 9 | Oct 13 | ✓ 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 | Feb 26 | Dec 1 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (4 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian winter peas | Oct 21 | Jan 21 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Crimson clover | Oct 30 | Jan 21 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring |
| Daikon radish | Oct 29 | Jan 14 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Sep 30 | Jan 21 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
Wind & Microclimate in Los Indios
For new gardeners: Why care about wind? Above about 10 mph, evaporation jumps and pollinators struggle to land on flowers. Los Indios's 11.1 mph average means you can plant tall crops without much support, but it doesn't mean ignore wind — a 20+ mph storm still snaps unstaked tomatoes.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 19 mph Summer: 14 mph
Fall: 15 mph Winter: 17 mph
Prevailing wind: S. Windy area — plant a windbreak hedge on the S side of your garden.
Windbreak Benefit
8.6/10
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 (275 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting in Los Indios
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
For new gardeners: A 1,000 sq ft roof captures about 600 gallons from a single 1" rainfall. Los Indios gets 26" of rain a year — a couple of well-placed rain barrels can cover most summer watering. In dry climates the math's even better: every captured gallon is one you don't buy.
Annual Collection
29,206 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
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Jan, Nov, Dec
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 58.6 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 29,206 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- Your area gets ample rainfall — even small barrels make a big difference
- Consider a rain garden to handle overflow during heavy rainfall months
🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Los Indios
105 vegetables matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Los Indios.
Show all 105 vegetables with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 6 – Jun 10 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jul 1 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Feb 18 | — | Jun 24 – Sep 2 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 13 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Jan 14 | — | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | May 27 – Jul 22 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – May 27 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Feb 11 | — | — | May 13 – Jul 1 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 8 – May 20 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | May 6 – Jul 1 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jun 17 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 6 – Jul 1 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Feb 18 | — | Jun 24 – Aug 5 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 14 | — | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Jun 3 | 55–100 |
| Celery | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 29 – Jun 24 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 8 – May 20 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – May 20 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Jun 17 – Aug 26 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 29 – Jun 10 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 8 – May 20 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 6 – Jun 10 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Jun 3 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 15 – Jun 10 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 15 – May 27 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | 45–60 |
| Cucumber | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Jan 14 | — | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 6 – Jun 10 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 29 – Jun 10 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 22 – Jun 24 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 25 – Apr 29 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 22 – Jun 3 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – May 27 | 60–90 |
| Ginger | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Oct 14 – Dec 23 | 240–300 |
| Green Beans | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 50–65 |
| Hot Peppers | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 22 – Jul 29 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 27 – Jul 1 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Jun 17 – Aug 26 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jun 10 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 25 – Apr 22 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – May 27 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Feb 11 | — | — | May 13 – Jun 17 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 25 – Apr 29 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – Apr 15 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | May 6 – Jul 22 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 29 – Jun 10 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 20 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 15 – May 27 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 27 – Jul 29 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jul 29 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 22 – Jun 10 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Feb 11 – Mar 11 | 7–21 |
| Mizuna | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 13 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – May 6 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – May 6 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | May 6 – Jun 24 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | 40–55 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – May 27 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 22 – Jul 1 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jul 1 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 8 – May 13 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Jan 14 | — | Oct 27 | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | 22–35 |
| Romanesco | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 22 – Jun 3 | 75–100 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 15 – Jun 10 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Apr 29 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – May 20 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | May 6 – Jun 24 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – May 27 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Feb 11 | — | — | May 6 – Jul 1 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jun 10 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 13 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 1 – Jun 3 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 6 – Jul 1 | 80–120 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 15 – May 27 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jul 1 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – Apr 15 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–85 |
| Turmeric | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Oct 14 – Dec 23 | 240–300 |
| Turnip | — | Jan 14 | — | Oct 27 | Feb 25 – Apr 1 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Feb 4 | Oct 27 | Mar 18 – Apr 22 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 22 – Jun 10 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Feb 11 | — | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | May 13 – Jul 1 | 90–120 |
| Yam | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Aug 12 – Jan 27 | 180–330 |
| Yard Long Beans | Dec 24 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – May 20 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Jan 7 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 1 – May 27 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Los Indios
16 fruits matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Los Indios.
Show all 16 fruits with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Feb 18 | — | May 20 – Sep 2 | 90–180 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Feb 18 | — | Apr 29 – Jun 3 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Dragon Fruit | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Figs | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Feb 18 | — | Apr 29 – Jun 24 | 65–80 |
| Guava | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Feb 18 | — | May 13 – Jun 24 | 80–110 |
| Loquat | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Passion Fruit | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 365–545 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Feb 18 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Feb 18 | — | May 20 – Feb 17 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Los Indios
23 herbs matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Los Indios.
Show all 23 herbs with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anise | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Apr 29 – Jul 15 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 10 | 50–75 |
| Borage | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Mar 25 – May 13 | 50–60 |
| Chervil | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 13 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 13 | 40–60 |
| Cumin | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | May 13 – Jul 15 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Mar 11 – May 13 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 1 – May 27 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Jun 10 | 60–90 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 29 – Jun 24 | 75–90 |
| Lemon Verbena | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Lemongrass | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 29 – Jul 29 | 75–120 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Jan 7 | Jan 14 | Jan 28 | Oct 27 | Apr 1 – Jun 3 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Feb 11 | — | May 6 – Sep 23 | 80–180 |
| Sage | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 29 – Jun 24 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 3 | 50–70 |
| Stevia | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 15 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Dec 24 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 8 – Jun 10 | 50–75 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Los Indios
31 flowers matched to Zone 10a with planting dates calibrated for Los Indios.
Show all 31 flowers with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Dec 24 | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | — | Feb 25 – Sep 9 | 60–75 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Nov 10 | Nov 10 – Dec 8 | 90–120 |
| Bachelor's Button | — | Nov 26 | Dec 24 | Sep 29 | Feb 18 – May 27 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Nov 26 | — | Dec 24 | — | Mar 4 – Sep 30 | 70–90 |
| Calendula | — | Nov 26 | Dec 24 | Sep 15 | Feb 4 – May 13 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | — | — | Sep 15 | Nov 24 – Mar 16 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Jan 7 | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | — | Mar 4 – Oct 7 | 60–90 |
| Cosmos | Jan 7 | Dec 24 | Dec 24 | — | Mar 4 – Sep 16 | 60–90 |
| Dahlias | — | Feb 4 | Feb 4 | — | Apr 15 – Nov 11 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Dec 24 | — | Jan 7 | — | Mar 18 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Dec 10 | Nov 26 | Nov 26 | — | Jan 14 – Mar 4 | 60–80 |
| Freesia | — | — | — | Nov 10 | Nov 10 – Dec 15 | 84–112 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Dec 31 | Jan 7 | Jan 7 | — | Mar 18 – Sep 16 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Nov 26 | — | Dec 24 | — | Mar 4 – Sep 30 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Feb 4 | Feb 4 | — | Apr 15 – Nov 11 | 70–100 |
| Impatiens | Dec 10 | — | Dec 31 | — | Mar 11 – Sep 23 | 60–75 |
| Larkspur | — | — | — | Oct 27 | Jan 5 – Mar 16 | 60–90 |
| Marigolds | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | — | Feb 25 – Sep 2 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Jan 7 | Dec 24 | Dec 24 | — | Feb 18 – Sep 16 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | — | Division | Dec 24 | Sep 15 | Feb 4 – Apr 15 | 70–90 |
| Petunia | Dec 10 | — | Jan 7 | — | Mar 18 – Sep 16 | 70–90 |
| Portulaca | Jan 7 | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | — | Feb 18 – Sep 23 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Nov 10 | Nov 10 – Dec 8 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Dec 10 | — | Jan 7 | — | Mar 18 – Sep 30 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Dec 10 | — | Dec 24 | — | Mar 4 – Sep 16 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Dec 24 | — | Jan 7 | — | Apr 29 – Jun 24 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | — | Nov 26 | Dec 24 | Sep 15 | Feb 25 – Jul 22 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Jan 14 | Dec 24 | Dec 24 | — | Mar 18 – Sep 16 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | — | Nov 26 | Dec 24 | Sep 29 | Jan 21 – Apr 15 | 45–60 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Nov 26 | — | Dec 24 | — | Mar 4 – Oct 14 | 70–90 |
| Zinnia | Jan 7 | Dec 24 | Dec 24 | — | Mar 4 – Sep 16 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Los Indios
ZIP Codes in Los Indios
Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):
Gardening Guides & Resources
Helpful guides from The Ultimate Homestead to improve your garden in Cameron County.
Your Cameron County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Cameron County (Zone 10a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.
The Gardener's Encyclopedia to Companion Planting
The pairings that make vegetables, herbs, and flowers grow better — and the ones that quietly wreck a bed.
- Proven pairings for 200+ vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits
- Full seed-starting + planting schedule with timing and spacing
- Bonus: square-foot gardening guide + printable seasonal planners
Seed Saving & Storage Guide
Most saved seeds go bad before next season. This shows exactly when to pick, how to dry, and where to store seeds from 200 plants so yours don't.
- 200 plants, step-by-step: life cycle, pollination type, isolation
- Exact temperature + humidity ranges that keep seeds viable
- Bonus: searchable Google Sheets tracker + custom GPT assistant
Composting Guide for Homesteaders
Turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into compost that actually feeds the garden — instead of a pile that smells, attracts pests, and never breaks down.
- 14 sections on composting methods, soil science, and troubleshooting
- The 7-step hot-compost system from start to finish
- Bonus tools: troubleshooting chart, safety guide, monitoring log