Lytle, TX — Planting Guide for June
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June in the garden — Lytle, TX
June is a pivotal month for Lytle, TX 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
Don't tug. Use scissors or pruners for clean cuts — torn stems invite disease.
A few tasks this June that'll pay off in July
- First harvests: basil, peppers, and thai basil
Lytle gardens in a long-season climate (Zone 9a, 277 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.
Lytle averages 33.8 drought weeks per year (US Drought Monitor, 2000–present, trend worsening). Treat irrigation as a year-round system, not a summer add-on.
🌡️ USDA Zone
9a (20°F to 25°F min)
❄️ Avg. Last Frost
February 26
🍂 Avg. First Frost
November 29
📅 Growing Season
277 days
🌧️ Climate
Moderate 25.9" annual
💨 Wind
Moderate 8.0 mph avg
🥶 Frost Tier
Regular 0% frost-free years
🏜️ Drought
33.8 wk/yr trend worsening
📍 ZIP Codes
1 ZIP
Monthly Watering Calendar for Lytle
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.
For new gardeners: Watering math is simple: 1 inch of rainfall delivers ~600 gallons to a 1,000 sq ft garden. Lytle's 26" annual rainfall covers some months entirely; others need a few hours of drip irrigation per week. The calendar tells you which is which.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.5 in | 4 days | — | None |
| Feb | 1.6 in | 4 days | 2.7 in | High |
| Mar | 3.5 in | 6 days | 0.8 in | Moderate |
| Apr | 4.8 in | 8 days | — | Low |
| May | 7.6 in | 9 days | — | Low |
| Jun | 7.4 in | 9 days | — | Low |
| Jul | 7.4 in | 8 days | — | Low |
| Aug | 6.6 in | 7 days | — | Low |
| Sep | 4.9 in | 5 days | — | Low |
| Oct | 3.1 in | 5 days | 1.2 in | Moderate |
| Nov | 2 in | 4 days | 2.3 in | High |
| Dec | 1.4 in | 3 days | — | None |
Annual total: 51.8 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.
Lytle Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.8-7.7
Drainage
Well Drained
Frost Risk Probability
Based on 31 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 22 | Dec 16 | 269 days |
| Cautious | Mar 5 | Dec 6 | 276 days |
| Average year | Feb 26 | Nov 29 | 276 days |
| Optimistic | Feb 13 | Nov 24 | 284 days |
| Aggressive (risky) | Jan 20 | Nov 11 | 295 days |
Not very — frost dates can vary by ±62 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.
Yes — growing seasons are getting longer here (about 9.5 days per decade). Spring is arriving earlier than it used to. Good news for gardeners.
Gardening Difficulty Score
Atascosa County presents some gardening challenges. Choose adapted varieties and plan around frost dates.
Local Gardening Help in Atascosa 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 Atascosa County's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Atascosa 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 Atascosa County
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Atascosa County
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Atascosa 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 Atascosa County TX" or "garden center Atascosa 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 Atascosa County TX" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Atascosa 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 Lytle
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
Why it matters: Onions are a great example of why day length matters. They "bulb up" only when daylight hits a specific number of hours — plant the wrong variety (short-day in the north, long-day in the south) and you'll get tiny bulbs no matter how well you grow them. Lytle's latitude determines which onion varieties succeed.
Longest Day
13.8 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
10.2 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
9.5 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.
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 | 10.3 hr | 5.9 hr | Short day |
| February | 11 hr | 6.6 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.8 hr | 6.9 hr | Short day |
| April | 12.7 hr | 7.8 hr | Neutral |
| May | 13.4 hr | 8.4 hr | Neutral |
| June | 13.8 hr | 9.5 hr | Neutral |
| July | 13.7 hr | 9.4 hr | Neutral |
| August | 13 hr | 9.2 hr | Neutral |
| September | 12.2 hr | 8.2 hr | Neutral |
| October | 11.3 hr | 7.3 hr | Short day |
| November | 10.5 hr | 5.8 hr | Short day |
| December | 10.2 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 Lytle
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
The practical takeaway: Compost piles need 130-160°F internal temp to actively break down. Below 50°F ambient, microbial activity slows dramatically. Lytle's soil temperature curve also tells you when your compost is working and when it's napping.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 60°F+
Soil warm enough from May through Nov.
Best Month to Compost
May
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
9 months
Nearly year-round composting.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 4" Deep | Soil 8" Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F | 50°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Feb | 43°F | 49°F | 🐢 Slow | ~24 weeks |
| Mar | 51°F | 53°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Apr | 58°F | 60°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| May | 70°F | 68°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jun | 78°F | 76°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Jul | 89°F | 84°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 89°F | 85°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 83°F | 82°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 70°F | 74°F | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Nov | 61°F | 65°F | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Dec | 48°F | 53°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 Lytle
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
Why this matters: 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
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 | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Squash vine borers | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul |
| Stink bugs | High | Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Whiteflies | High | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Spider mites | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Fire ants | Moderate | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct |
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 Lytle
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 do four things at once: fix nitrogen (legumes), suppress weeds (any), prevent erosion, and add organic matter when chopped down. Lytle's seasonal pattern determines which species fit which gap.
Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | Mar 7 | Oct 4 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| Cowpeas (southern peas) | Mar 4 | Oct 4 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible |
| Sorghum-sudan grass | Mar 2 | Sep 20 | — | Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes |
| White clover | Jan 27 | Sep 20 | ✓ 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 | Mar 25 | Nov 1 | — | 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 | Oct 1 | Feb 12 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils |
| Crimson clover | Oct 7 | Feb 12 | ✓ Yes | Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring |
| Daikon radish | Oct 14 | Feb 5 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Sep 3 | Feb 5 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
| Oats | Nov 3 | Feb 5 | — | Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed |
| Winter rye | Aug 29 | Feb 5 | — | Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil |
| Winter wheat | Aug 30 | Feb 12 | — | Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass |
Wind & Microclimate in Lytle
Why this matters: Wind is the silent water thief. Every breeze pulls moisture from leaves and soil. Lytle's 8.0 mph average is one piece of the watering math: rainfall + irrigation must exceed evaporation + transpiration, and wind boosts both losses.
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 17 mph Summer: 13 mph
Fall: 12 mph Winter: 15 mph
Prevailing wind: S. Windy area — plant a windbreak hedge on the S side of your garden.
Windbreak Benefit
9.1/10
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 Lytle
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
For new gardeners: Building a rainwater system is mostly about doing the math: roof area × annual rainfall × 0.6 = gallons you could realistically capture. For Lytle, that's your 26" times your roof.
Annual Collection
25,817 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, Feb, 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 51.8 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 25,817 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 Lytle
114 vegetables matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Lytle.
Show all 114 vegetables with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 28 – Jul 2 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 23 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Jun 18 – Aug 13 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jun 18 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Mar 5 | — | — | Jun 4 – Jul 23 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 14 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 30 – Jun 11 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 14 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 28 – Jul 23 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 9 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 28 – Jul 23 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 27 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 14 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 25 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Jun 11 – Jul 16 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 21 – Jul 16 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 30 – Jun 11 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 11 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jul 9 – Sep 17 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 21 – Jul 2 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 30 – Jun 11 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – May 21 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 28 – Jul 2 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 25 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Mar 5 | — | — | May 7 – Jul 2 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Mar 5 | — | — | May 7 – Jun 18 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 23 – May 21 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Jul 9 – Sep 10 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 28 – Jul 2 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Mar 5 | — | — | May 21 – Jul 2 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 16 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 16 – May 21 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – May 21 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 14 – Jun 25 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jun 18 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 | Jan 17 – Jul 4 | 90–240 |
| Ginger | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Nov 5 – Dec 31 | 240–300 |
| Green Beans | — | Mar 5 | — | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 120–180 |
| Hot Peppers | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Aug 20 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 18 – Jul 23 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jul 9 – Sep 17 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 2 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 16 – May 14 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 18 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Mar 5 | — | — | Jun 4 – Jul 9 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 16 – May 21 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – May 7 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 28 – Aug 13 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 21 – Jul 2 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 11 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Mar 5 | — | — | May 7 – Jun 18 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 18 – Aug 20 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Aug 20 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 14 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – May 28 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 2 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 16 – Jun 11 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Apr 30 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – May 28 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – May 28 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 28 – Jul 16 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 7 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | May 21 – Jul 2 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 23 – May 21 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 18 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 23 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 23 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 14 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 30 – Jun 4 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | 22–35 |
| Romanesco | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 14 – Jun 25 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Apr 30 – Jun 4 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | May 21 – Jul 2 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 7 – Jul 2 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – May 21 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jun 11 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | May 28 – Jul 16 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 18 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Mar 5 | — | — | May 28 – Jul 23 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 2 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 23 – Jun 25 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 28 – Jul 23 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jul 2 – Aug 27 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Mar 5 | — | — | May 7 – Jun 18 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 23 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – May 7 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–85 |
| Turmeric | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Nov 5 – Dec 31 | 240–300 |
| Turnip | — | Feb 5 | — | Oct 4 | Mar 19 – Apr 23 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 26 | Oct 4 | Apr 9 – May 14 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 2 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Mar 5 | — | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 23 | 90–120 |
| Yam | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Sep 3 – Dec 31 | 180–330 |
| Yard Long Beans | Jan 15 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 11 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 23 – Jun 18 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Lytle
24 fruits matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Lytle.
Show all 24 fruits with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jun 11 – Sep 24 | 90–180 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Mar 12 | — | May 21 – Jun 25 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Dragon Fruit | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Elderberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Figs | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Mar 12 | — | May 21 – Jul 16 | 65–80 |
| Guava | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jun 4 – Jul 16 | 80–110 |
| Kiwi | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Loquat | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Passion Fruit | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 365–545 |
| Pawpaw | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Persimmon | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Quince | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Raspberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Mar 12 | — | Jun 11 – Jan 7 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Lytle
37 herbs matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Lytle.
Show all 37 herbs with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anise | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | May 21 – Aug 6 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jul 2 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Aug 20 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 16 – Jun 4 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 9 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jul 2 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Cumin | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Jun 4 – Aug 6 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 23 – Jun 18 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jul 2 | 60–90 |
| Feverfew | — | — | Mar 5 | — | Jun 4 – Aug 20 | 90–120 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 21 – Jul 16 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 16 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jun 25 | 60–70 |
| Lemon Thyme | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 16 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Verbena | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Lemongrass | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | May 21 – Aug 20 | 75–120 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 23 – Jun 25 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 28 – Oct 15 | 80–180 |
| Rue | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 16 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 21 – Jul 16 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jun 25 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 19 | Oct 4 | Apr 2 – Jun 4 | 40–60 |
| Stevia | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Tarragon | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 7 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Jan 15 | Mar 5 | Mar 5 | — | Apr 30 – Jul 2 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | Mar 5 | — | May 14 – Jul 16 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | Mar 5 | — | Jul 9 – Oct 15 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Lytle
49 flowers matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Lytle.
Show all 49 flowers with dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Jan 15 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 9 – Sep 24 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Nov 1 | Nov 29 – Dec 20 | 28–42 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Oct 4 | Oct 11 – Nov 8 | 90–120 |
| Bachelor's Button | — | Jan 1 | Jan 29 | Sep 20 | Mar 26 – Jul 16 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Dec 18 | — | Feb 5 | — | Apr 16 – Oct 15 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Sep 10 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | — | Jan 1 | Jan 29 | Sep 6 | Mar 12 – Jul 16 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | — | — | Sep 6 | Nov 15 – Mar 21 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Jan 29 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 16 – Oct 22 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 9 – Sep 10 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Jan 29 | Jan 29 | Jan 29 | — | Apr 9 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Nov 1 | Oct 18 – Nov 8 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | — | Feb 26 | Feb 26 | — | May 7 – Nov 5 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Oct 8 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Jan 1 | Jan 1 | Jan 1 | — | Feb 19 – Apr 23 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Sep 10 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | 80–120 |
| Freesia | — | — | — | Oct 18 | Nov 1 – Nov 29 | 84–112 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Jan 15 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Oct 22 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Dec 18 | — | Feb 5 | — | Apr 16 – Oct 15 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Feb 26 | Feb 26 | — | May 7 – Nov 5 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Aug 13 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Nov 1 | Nov 1 – Nov 22 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Aug 13 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Oct 8 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | Feb 12 | — | Apr 2 – May 7 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | — | — | Sep 20 | Nov 29 – Mar 21 | 60–90 |
| Lavender | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Jul 30 | 90–120 |
| Lilies | — | Division | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Jul 30 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Jan 1 | — | Jan 1 | — | Feb 26 – Mar 26 | 70–80 |
| Marigolds | Jan 22 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 9 – Sep 10 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 5 | — | Apr 2 – Oct 1 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Dec 18 | — | Jan 29 | Sep 6 | Mar 19 – Jun 18 | 70–90 |
| Petunia | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Sep 24 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Jun 18 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Jan 29 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 2 – Oct 8 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Oct 4 | Oct 18 – Nov 15 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Apr 23 – Oct 8 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Jan 1 | — | Feb 5 | — | Apr 16 – Oct 1 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Jan 1 | — | Feb 12 | — | Jun 4 – Aug 13 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | — | Jan 1 | Jan 29 | Sep 6 | Apr 2 – Jul 30 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Feb 5 | Feb 5 | Feb 5 | — | Apr 30 – Oct 1 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | — | Jan 1 | Jan 29 | Sep 20 | Mar 5 – Jun 18 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | — | — | — | Sep 20 | Nov 29 – Jan 24 | 65–85 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Dec 18 | — | Feb 5 | — | Apr 16 – Oct 15 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Jan 1 | Feb 12 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 9 – Aug 27 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Jan 29 | Feb 5 | Feb 5 | — | Apr 16 – Oct 1 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Lytle
ZIP Codes in Lytle
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 Atascosa County.
Your Atascosa County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Atascosa County (Zone 9a). 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