📍 Pecan Gap, TX · Zone 8b · Last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Fig Tree in Pecan Gap, Texas (75469)
Location
Pecan Gap, Texas
ZIP Code
75469
USDA Zone
8b
Last Frost
Sunday, March 15, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Based on last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026 · Zone 8b
Pro tip: Sow Fig Tree directly outdoors 4 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun (6-8 hours)
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Water
Low to Moderate
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Spacing
120" apart
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Planting Depth
6" deep
Seeds typically germinate in 21-42 days
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🪴 Vegetative propagationPropagate vegetatively, not by seed
Most cultivated figs are parthenocarpic and don't produce viable seeds. Propagate by hardwood cuttings in spring.
Fig cuttings root easily in spring — the preferred and reliable propagation method.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Fig Tree in Pecan Gap, Texas? +
In Pecan Gap (Zone 8b), direct sow Fig Tree outdoors around Sunday, April 12, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Pecan Gap, Texas? +
The average last spring frost date for Pecan Gap, Texas (ZIP 75469) is around Sunday, March 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8b.
How long does Fig Tree take to grow? +
Fig Tree typically matures in about 1095 days from direct sowing. In Pecan Gap, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, April 12, 2026 plus 1095 days.
Should I start Fig Tree indoors or direct sow in Texas? +
Fig Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Pecan Gap, sow directly around Sunday, April 12, 2026.
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Growing Fig Tree in Zone 8b
Fig Tree (Ficus carica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Pecan Gap, Texas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Fig Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.