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When to Plant Thai Basil in Willacy County, TX

Thai basil has a distinctive anise-licorice flavor with sturdy purple stems and small leaves. It is essential in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cuisines.

Willacy County, Texas is in USDA Zone 10a. The average last spring frost is February 4 and the first fall frost is December 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 321 days.

At an elevation of 1,085 feet, Willacy County receives approximately 65.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 102°F, so Thai Basil may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Thai Basil root diseases.

Willacy County, TX (Zone 10a) Year-round
321 days
Last Spring Frost February 4
321 growing days
First Fall Frost December 22

Willacy County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Thai Basil Planting Timeline — Willacy County, TX

Thai Basil Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors December 24 Dec 24 – Jan 7
Transplant Outdoors February 11 Feb 11 – Feb 25
Direct Sow February 11 Feb 11 – Mar 4
Harvest April 8 Apr 8 – Jun 10

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January Start Indoors
February Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
March Direct Sow
April Harvest
May Harvest
June Harvest
July
August
September
October
November
December Start Indoors

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

50–75 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 10a

📆 Growing Season

321 days in Willacy County

Growing Tips for Willacy County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow after last frost. Thai basil holds up better to heat in cooking than sweet basil. Pinch flowers to prolong leaf production.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Rue
  • Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Thai Basil in Willacy County, TX?

Willacy County is in Zone 10a with an average last frost of February 4. Plan your Thai Basil planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Willacy County, TX?

Willacy County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a. The average last spring frost is February 4 and first fall frost is December 22.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Willacy County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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