When to Plant Fennel in Texas
State
Texas
Cities Covered
1461
USDA Zones
10a, 10b, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Plant Type
Indoor Start
📅 Planting Calendar for Texas
Based on Houston (Zone 9b). Dates may vary by city.
Note: Texas spans multiple zones (10a, 10b, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b). Select your city below for more precise dates.
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Growing Fennel in Texas
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a popular garden vegetable in Texas. The state spans USDA Hardiness Zones 10a, 10b, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, so planting dates can vary significantly depending on your location.
For most of Texas, you should start Fennel seeds indoors around Wednesday, January 13, 2027, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, January 27, 2027.
For the most accurate planting dates, enter your ZIP code on our homepage or select your city from the list above.