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Can You Grow Microgreens in Texas?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Grows well here

Microgreens grow indoors here regardless of outdoor conditions — they are a year-round indoor crop.

Plant zones

1a–11b

Texas last frost

mid-February

Texas first frost

early December

Days to harvest

7–21 days

When to plant Microgreenses in Texas

Direct sow

Feb 15

Harvest

Feb 22 – Mar 8

Dates are approximate, based on Texas's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Microgreens

Microgreens grow indoors in any zone any climate — they need no garden just a tray some soil and light.

Sow seeds densely in a shallow tray with seed-starting mix. Keep moist and bright or under a grow light. Harvest with scissors just above soil level when first true leaves appear.

Full microgreens growing guide →

Gardening in Texas

Texas spans more climate zones than any state except California — from Zone 6 in the Texas Panhandle to Zone 9b in the Rio Grande Valley. Most Texans garden in Zone 7-8 with hot long summers.