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When to Plant Watermelon in Young County, TX

Watermelon

Watermelon is a sprawling vine crop that produces sweet, juicy fruits in hot weather. Varieties range from personal-sized icebox types to 50-pound giants.

Young County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 10, giving you a growing season of approximately 230 days.

At an elevation of 2,616 feet, Young County receives approximately 65.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 92°F, providing good warmth for Watermelon during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Watermelon root diseases.

Young County, TX (Zone 8a) Long season
230 days
Last Spring Frost March 25
230 growing days
First Fall Frost November 10

Young County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Watermelon to Grow

15-20 lbs
Average yield per plant
1
Plants per person
2 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 4 watermelon plants in about 8 sq ft. In Young County's 230-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Watermelon Planting Timeline — Young County, TX

Watermelon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 25 Feb 25 – Mar 11
Transplant Outdoors April 8 Apr 8 – Apr 22
Direct Sow April 1 Apr 1 – Apr 22
Harvest June 17 Jun 17 – Aug 5

Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

70–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8a

📆 Growing Season

230 days in Young County

Growing Tips for Young County

Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks early or direct sow after soil is warm. Plant on mounds with plenty of space. Check ripeness by looking for a yellow ground spot and dull thump when tapped.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Potatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Watermelon in Young County, TX?

Young County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Watermelon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Young County, TX?

Young County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and first fall frost is November 10.

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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 Young County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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