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Point, TX — Planting Guide for June

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Rains County, Texas Zone 8b June

June in the garden — Rains County, Texas

Here's what deserves your attention in Rains County, Texas this month. Everything below is tailored to Zone 8b and timed around your local frost dates.

Avg. last frost March 13
Avg. first frost November 16
Soil temp (4") 84°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.2 hrs
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Point sits in a long, humid growing climate (Zone 8b, 248 frost-free days). The good news: an enormous planting window. The catch: heat and humidity bring serious pest and disease pressure — fungal disease on tomatoes, root-knot nematodes, squash vine borers, and a steady parade of insects from spring through fall. Plan two distinct growing seasons (spring and fall), give crops air circulation, and prioritize disease-resistant varieties.

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.

Point averages 25.9 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

8b (15°F to 20°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

March 13

🍂 Avg. First Frost

November 16

📅 Growing Season

248 days

🌧️ Climate

Humid 44.6" annual

💨 Wind

Moderate 7.9 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

25.9 wk/yr trend stable

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Point, TX Long season
248 days
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Last Spring Frost March 13
➔ 248 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost November 16

Monthly Watering Calendar for Point

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

The practical takeaway: In Point, the watering question isn't "how often" — it's "is the soil moist 4 inches down?" Stick a finger in. Dry? Water. Damp? Wait. The 45" annual rainfall is just the starting context.

1"/wk 0" 2.8" 5.7" 8.5" 11.3" Jan 1.5" +2.1" Feb 2.2" Mar 4.7" Apr 7.2" May 10.2" Jun 11.3" Jul 8.4" Aug 7.5" Sep 5.5" Oct 4" +2.2" Nov 2.1" Dec 1.5"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 1.5 in 3 days — None
Feb 2.2 in 4 days 2.1 in High
Mar 4.7 in 6 days — Low
Apr 7.2 in 8 days — Low
May 10.2 in 9 days — Low
Jun 11.3 in 9 days — Low
Jul 8.4 in 8 days — Low
Aug 7.5 in 7 days — Low
Sep 5.5 in 5 days — Low
Oct 4 in 5 days 0.3 in Low
Nov 2.1 in 3 days 2.2 in High
Dec 1.5 in 4 days — None

Annual total: 66.1 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.

Point Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

5.4-6.2

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 13 → Nov 16 248 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: Apr 7 Protect by: Dec 1

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 7 Dec 1 238 days
Cautious Mar 22 Nov 23 246 days
Average year Mar 13 Nov 16 248 days
Optimistic Mar 5 Nov 9 249 days
Aggressive (risky) Feb 20 Oct 29 251 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±46 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?

Yes — growing seasons are getting longer here (about 3.7 days per decade). Spring is arriving earlier than it used to. Good news for gardeners.

Gardening Difficulty Score

42 Moderate
Frost Timing Risk
10.0/10
Drought Risk
3.5/10
Soil Difficulty
3.0/10
Altitude Challenge
0.0/10
Climate Shift
10.0/10
Rainfall Challenge
8.4/10

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

Zone 8b Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Mar 13 First Frost: Nov 16

Local Gardening Help in Rains 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 Rains County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Rains 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 Rains County

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

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Rains 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 Rains County TX" or "garden center Rains 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 Rains County TX" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Rains 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 Sweet Corn (harvest ends Jun 26) 143 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Pole Beans (harvest ends Jul 17) 122 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Winter) (harvest ends Aug 14) 94 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Kale (harvest ends Jul 3) 136 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Potatoes (harvest ends Aug 14) 94 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Carrots (harvest ends Jun 19) 150 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
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After Peas (harvest ends Jul 3) 136 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Chard (harvest ends Jun 26) 143 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Cauliflower (harvest ends Jul 10) 129 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Okra (harvest ends Jul 17) 122 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Tomatoes (harvest ends Aug 7) 101 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Cantaloupe (harvest ends Jul 17) 122 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d

Sunlight & Day Length in Point

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

The practical takeaway: Lettuce and cilantro "bolt" (go to seed) when days lengthen. Knowing your day-length curve helps you time spring plantings to harvest before the bolting trigger hits. Point's daylight ranges shape the planting calendar.

Longest Day

14.2 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

9.8 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

10.3 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 10.1 hr 5.4 hr Short day
February 10.8 hr 6 hr Short day
March 11.8 hr 7.1 hr Short day
April 12.8 hr 7.7 hr Neutral
May 13.7 hr 8.9 hr Neutral
June 14.2 hr 10 hr Long day
July 14 hr 10.3 hr Long day
August 13.2 hr 9.4 hr Neutral
September 12.2 hr 8.5 hr Neutral
October 11.2 hr 7.3 hr Short day
November 10.3 hr 6.1 hr Short day
December 9.8 hr 5.6 hr Short day

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

Soil Temperature & Composting in Point

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

Quick context: Mulched soil swings less. The mulch insulates against both winter cold and summer heat. In Point, an aggressive mulch program shifts your effective soil temperature curve toward optimal for most crops.

Plant Warm Crops When

Soil reaches 60°F+

Soil warm enough from Apr through Nov.

Best Month to Compost

May

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

9 months

Nearly year-round composting.

60°F 70°F 30° 50° 70° 90° 110° 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 44°F 51°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Feb 46°F 51°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Mar 55°F 57°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Apr 63°F 63°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
May 74°F 70°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jun 84°F 79°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 91°F 86°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 91°F 89°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 85°F 83°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 74°F 77°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Nov 61°F 65°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Dec 50°F 58°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 Point

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

What this means for you: Warm humid regions cycle through pest generations 3-5x faster than cold dry regions. Point's pest score is your early-warning system: high score means commit to disease-resistant varieties and accept some crop loss to bugs.

Insect Pest Pressure

7.2 / 10

High — expect multiple pest generations. Preventative measures essential.

Disease Risk

7 / 10

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

Seasonal Risk

Spring High
Summer High
Fall High
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak 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 High 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 Point

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

Why it matters: In Point, cover crops also crowd out weeds. The denser the cover, the less weed pressure next season. Pays for itself in saved weeding time.

Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Mar 18 Sep 7 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Cowpeas (southern peas) Mar 23 Sep 14 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible
Sorghum-sudan grass Mar 13 Sep 21 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Feb 12 Sep 7 ✓ 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 26 Oct 26 — 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 8 Feb 20 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Sep 19 Feb 20 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Oct 4 Feb 27 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 26 Feb 27 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Oct 12 Feb 20 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Aug 24 Feb 20 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Aug 10 Feb 20 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Point

The practical takeaway: Wind shapes the garden you don't think about: bee paths, evaporation, structural stress on tomato cages. Point's 7.9 mph background level is a baseline you should know before placing the tallest crops (sunflowers, pole beans, sweet corn).

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

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 15 mph   Summer: 11 mph

Fall: 13 mph   Winter: 14 mph

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

Windbreak Benefit

7.5/10

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 (342 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.

Rainwater Harvesting in Point

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

The practical takeaway: A gravity-fed rain barrel ($75) is the easy entry. A larger cistern ($500-1500) covers a whole growing season. Point's 45" annual rainfall determines whether the larger system is overkill or essential.

Annual Collection

32,944 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 66.1 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 32,944 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 Point

114 vegetables matched to Zone 8b with planting dates calibrated for Point.

Show all 114 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 19 – Jul 24 80–100
Amaranth Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Aug 14 90–120
Artichoke — — Mar 27 — Jul 31 – Oct 9 120–180
Arugula Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 30–50
Asparagus — — Mar 27 — — 730–1095
Beets — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 22 50–70
Belgian Endive Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jul 3 – Aug 28 110–150
Bitter Melon Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Jul 10 60–90
Black Beans — Mar 20 — — Jun 19 – Aug 7 90–120
Bok Choy Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 29 40–60
Broccoli Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 15 – Jun 26 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 29 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 12 – Aug 7 90–130
Butternut Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Jul 31 85–110
Cabbage Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 15 – Jul 10 60–100
Calabash Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 19 – Aug 14 80–120
Cardoon — — Mar 27 — Jul 31 – Sep 11 120–150
Carrots — Feb 27 — Sep 7 May 1 – Jun 5 60–80
Cauliflower Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 10 55–100
Celeriac Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 26 – Jul 31 100–120
Celery Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 5 – Jul 31 80–120
Celtuce Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 15 – Jun 26 60–90
Chard Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jun 26 50–60
Chayote Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jul 31 – Oct 9 120–180
Chickpeas Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 5 – Jul 17 80–110
Chicory Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 15 – Jun 26 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jun 5 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 19 – Jul 24 80–100
Collard Greens Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 10 55–75
Corn — Mar 20 — — May 22 – Jul 17 60–100
Cowpeas — Mar 20 — — May 22 – Jul 3 60–90
Cress Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Mar 27 – Apr 17 14–21
Crookneck Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 15 – Jun 12 45–60
Crosne — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Jul 31 – Oct 2 150–200
Cucumber Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 17 50–70
Daikon — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 22 50–70
Delicata Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 19 – Jul 24 80–100
Edamame — Mar 20 — — Jun 5 – Jul 17 75–100
Eggplant Jan 9 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 7 65–85
Endive Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 1 – Jun 5 45–65
Escarole Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jun 5 50–70
Fava Beans Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 29 – Jul 10 75–100
Fennel Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Jul 10 60–90
Garlic — — — Oct 5 Jan 4 – Jun 21 90–240
Ginger Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Nov 27 – Dec 11 240–300
Green Beans — Mar 20 — — May 15 – Jul 10 50–65
Horseradish — — Mar 27 — Jul 31 – Oct 9 120–180
Hot Peppers Jan 9 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Sep 11 70–120
Hubbard Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jul 10 – Aug 14 100–120
Jicama Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jul 31 – Oct 9 120–180
Kabocha Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Jul 24 85–100
Kai Lan Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 1 – May 29 45–60
Kale Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 3 50–70
Kidney Beans — Mar 20 — — Jun 19 – Jul 24 85–110
Kohlrabi Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 1 – Jun 5 45–65
Komatsuna Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – May 22 35–50
Leeks Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 12 – Aug 28 90–150
Lentils Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 5 – Jul 17 80–110
Lettuce Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 26 30–60
Lima Beans — Mar 20 — — May 22 – Jul 3 60–90
Loofah Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jul 10 – Sep 11 100–150
Luffa Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Sep 11 90–150
Mache Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 29 40–60
Malabar Spinach Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jun 19 55–70
Melon Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Jul 24 70–100
Microgreens Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Mar 20 – Apr 17 7–21
Mitsuba Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 May 1 – Jun 26 50–70
Mizuna Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – May 15 30–45
Mustard Greens Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 30–50
Napa Cabbage Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jun 12 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jun 19 55–70
Okra Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 17 50–65
Onion Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 12 – Jul 31 90–120
Pac Choi Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 22 40–55
Parsnip — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Jun 12 – Jul 24 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 15 – Jun 12 45–60
Peas Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 3 55–70
Peppers Jan 9 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Pole Beans Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 17 55–70
Potatoes Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Aug 14 70–120
Pumpkin Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Aug 14 85–120
Purslane Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 29 40–60
Radicchio Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 15 – Jun 19 60–80
Radish — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Mar 27 – Apr 17 22–35
Rhubarb — — Apr 3 — — 365–730
Romanesco Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 29 – Jul 10 75–100
Rutabaga — Feb 27 — Sep 7 May 22 – Jun 26 80–100
Salsify — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Jun 12 – Jul 24 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 22 – Jul 17 70–110
Scallions Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jun 5 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Jul 3 60–80
Shallot Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Jun 12 – Jul 31 90–120
Shiso Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 17 50–70
Snap Peas Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 17 55–70
Snow Peas Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 3 50–65
Soybeans — Mar 20 — — Jun 12 – Aug 7 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Jul 24 85–100
Spinach Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 35–50
Squash (Summer) Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 15 – Jul 17 45–65
Squash (Winter) Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 19 – Aug 14 80–120
Sunchoke — — Mar 27 — Jul 17 – Sep 11 110–150
Sweet Corn — Mar 20 — — May 22 – Jul 3 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Aug 14 90–120
Tatsoi Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 17 – May 22 35–50
Tomatillo Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–85
Tomatoes Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–85
Turmeric Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Nov 27 – Dec 11 240–300
Turnip — Feb 27 — Sep 7 Apr 10 – May 15 40–60
Watercress Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 13 Sep 7 Apr 24 – May 29 40–60
Watermelon Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 5 – Jul 24 70–100
Wax Beans — Mar 20 — — May 15 – Jul 10 50–65
Winter Melon Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 26 – Aug 14 90–120
Yard Long Beans Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 3 55–80
Zucchini Feb 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 15 – Jul 10 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Point

27 fruits matched to Zone 8b with planting dates calibrated for Point.

Show all 27 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Oct 16 90–180
Aronia — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — Apr 3 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — Apr 3 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Jul 17 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 3 — — 1095–1825
Elderberries — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 3 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 3 — Jun 12 – Aug 7 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — Apr 3 — — 1095–1825
Honeydew — — Apr 3 — Jun 26 – Aug 7 80–110
Jostaberry — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — Apr 3 — — 1095–1825
Loquat — — Apr 3 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — Apr 3 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 3 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — Apr 3 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 3 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 3 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 3 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 3 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 3 — Jul 3 – Dec 18 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Point

39 herbs matched to Zone 8b with planting dates calibrated for Point.

Show all 39 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 — 365–730
Anise Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 Jun 5 – Aug 21 90–120
Basil Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 24 50–75
Bee Balm — — Mar 20 — Jun 19 – Sep 4 90–120
Borage Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 May 1 – Jun 19 50–60
Caraway Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 — 365–450
Catnip — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 24 60–80
Chamomile Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 17 60–90
Chervil Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 40–60
Chives — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Cilantro Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 40–60
Comfrey — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Cumin Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 Jun 19 – Aug 21 100–120
Dill Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 40–60
Epazote Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 15 – Jul 10 45–60
Fennel (herb) Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 17 60–90
Feverfew — — Mar 20 — Jun 19 – Sep 4 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Horehound — — Mar 20 — Jun 5 – Jul 31 75–90
Hyssop — — Mar 20 — May 29 – Jul 31 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 10 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Mar 20 — May 29 – Jul 31 70–90
Lemon Verbena Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Lemongrass Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — Jun 12 – Sep 11 75–120
Lovage — — Mar 20 — May 29 – Jul 31 70–90
Marjoram — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Mint — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Oregano — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Parsley Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 May 8 – Jul 10 60–80
Rosemary — — Mar 20 — Jun 12 – Oct 30 80–180
Rue — — Mar 20 — May 29 – Jul 31 70–90
Sage — — Mar 20 — Jun 5 – Jul 31 75–90
Savory — — Mar 20 — May 15 – Jul 10 50–70
Sorrel Feb 6 Feb 27 Mar 6 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Jun 19 40–60
Stevia Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 29 – Aug 7 60–90
Tarragon — — Mar 20 — May 22 – Jul 31 60–90
Thai Basil Jan 23 Mar 20 Mar 27 — May 22 – Jul 24 50–75
Thyme — — Mar 20 — May 29 – Jul 31 70–90
Valerian — — Mar 20 — Jul 24 – Oct 30 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Point

54 flowers matched to Zone 8b with planting dates calibrated for Point.

Show all 54 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Jan 30 Feb 27 Feb 27 — Apr 24 – Sep 25 60–75
Alliums — — — Oct 19 Nov 16 – Dec 7 28–42
Anemones — — — Sep 21 Sep 28 – Oct 26 90–120
Astilbe Jan 16 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Jul 10 70–100
Bachelor's Button — Jan 23 Feb 20 Sep 21 Apr 24 – Aug 21 60–90
Begonias Jan 2 — Feb 27 — May 8 – Oct 9 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Jan 16 Feb 27 Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 16 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Jan 16 — Mar 13 — May 1 – May 29 60–90
Calendula — Jan 23 Feb 20 Sep 7 Apr 10 – Sep 4 50–70
California Poppy — — — Sep 7 Nov 16 – Mar 8 60–90
Celosia Feb 13 Feb 27 Feb 27 — May 1 – Oct 9 60–90
Columbine Jan 16 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 1 – May 29 70–100
Coreopsis Jan 16 Feb 27 Mar 13 — May 15 – Oct 9 60–80
Cosmos Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 20 — May 1 – Oct 2 60–90
Crocus — — — Oct 19 Sep 21 – Oct 12 10–20
Daffodils — — — Oct 19 Sep 28 – Oct 26 20–40
Dahlias Feb 20 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 22 – Nov 6 70–120
Daylily Jan 16 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 23 60–90
Dianthus Jan 16 Jan 23 Jan 30 — Mar 20 – May 29 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Jan 16 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 22 – Oct 9 70–90
Foxglove Jan 16 Mar 6 Mar 6 — Apr 24 – May 22 80–120
Freesia — — — Oct 5 Oct 26 – Nov 30 84–112
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Jan 30 Feb 27 Feb 27 — May 8 – Oct 23 70–100
Geraniums Jan 2 — Feb 27 — May 8 – Oct 9 70–100
Gladiolus — Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 22 – Nov 6 70–100
Hostas Jan 9 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Sep 25 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Oct 19 Oct 12 – Nov 2 14–28
Hydrangeas Jan 9 — Mar 6 — May 15 – Sep 18 90–150
Impatiens Jan 16 — Mar 6 — May 15 – Oct 16 60–75
Irises — Division Mar 6 — Apr 24 – May 29 60–100
Larkspur — — — Sep 7 Nov 16 – Mar 8 60–90
Lavender Jan 16 — Mar 13 — May 22 – Aug 28 90–120
Lilies — Division Mar 6 — May 15 – Sep 4 70–120
Lobelia Jan 16 — Jan 30 — Mar 27 – May 8 70–80
Lupine Jan 16 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 1 – May 29 75–100
Marigolds Feb 6 Feb 27 Feb 27 — Apr 24 – Sep 11 50–70
Nasturtium Feb 13 Feb 27 Feb 27 — Apr 24 – Oct 9 55–65
Pansy Jan 2 — Feb 20 Sep 7 Apr 17 – Aug 7 70–90
Peonies — Division Mar 13 — May 8 – Jun 5 90–120
Petunia Jan 16 — Mar 6 — May 15 – Oct 2 70–90
Phlox Jan 16 Mar 13 Mar 13 — May 22 – Jul 31 80–110
Portulaca Feb 13 Feb 27 Feb 27 — Apr 17 – Sep 25 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Sep 21 Oct 5 – Nov 2 90–120
Roses Jan 9 — Mar 6 — May 15 – Oct 16 90–180
Salvia Jan 16 — Feb 27 — May 8 – Oct 9 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Jan 16 — Mar 13 — Jul 3 – Sep 25 60–90
Snapdragon Jan 2 Jan 30 Feb 20 Sep 7 May 1 – Sep 4 70–100
Sunflower Feb 20 Feb 27 Feb 27 — May 22 – Oct 9 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Jan 30 Jan 30 Feb 20 Sep 21 Apr 3 – Aug 7 45–60
Sweet Pea — — — Sep 14 Nov 23 – Feb 1 65–85
Tulips — — — Oct 19 Oct 5 – Nov 2 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Jan 2 — Feb 27 — May 8 – Oct 9 70–90
Yarrow Jan 16 Feb 27 Mar 13 — May 15 – Oct 9 60–90
Zinnia Feb 13 Feb 27 Feb 27 — May 8 – Oct 9 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Point

ZIP Codes in Point

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