When to Plant Shallot in Texas
Start Seeds Indoors
Transplant outdoors:
State
Texas
USDA Zones
6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b
Avg Last Frost
Wednesday, February 10, 2027
Cities Covered
1461
Texas Planting Schedule by Zone
Texas spans 9 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| 10a | Monday, January 25, 2027 | — | — |
| 10b | Friday, January 15, 2027 | Friday, November 20, 2026 | Friday, January 29, 2027 |
Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.
About Shallot
Growing Shallot in Texas: Complete Guide
Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before Texas's last frost. Depending on your zone, Texas gardeners start seeds indoors between October 10, 2026 (Zone 6b) and December 20, 2026 (Zone 10a), then move transplants outside once their zone's last frost has passed — the zone table above has your exact dates.
Because Texas stretches across 9 USDA hardiness zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b), planting windows can shift by as much as six to eight weeks from one end of the state to the other. Gardeners in the warmer southern zones can start earlier, while those in cooler northern zones should wait until the zone table above shows their last frost has passed.
With 90 days to maturity, Shallot needs the indoor head start that Texas's growing season requires. Starting indoors ensures you have strong transplants ready the moment outdoor conditions are right.
Shallot requires full sun and regular moisture. Gulf Coast gardeners face intense summer heat and humidity — afternoon shade and consistent irrigation are key to success.
For the most precise planting dates tailored to your exact location, enter your ZIP code on our planting calendar or use the zone table above to find the schedule for your area of Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in Texas?
In Texas, start Shallot seeds indoors around null and transplant outdoors around null after your last frost. Texas spans zones 6b–10b, so dates shift by 1–4 weeks depending on where you live.
What is the last frost date in Texas?
Texas spans 9 USDA zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b), so last frost dates vary by region. Dalhart, Kerrick, Lipscomb (6b) sees frost until around Thursday, April 15, 2027, while South Padre Island (10b) is frost-free much earlier.
How long does Shallot take to grow in Texas?
Shallot takes about 90 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. Starting seeds indoors in Texas gives you a head start so plants are ready to go out after the last frost.
What USDA zones does Texas cover for Shallot?
Texas includes zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b. Shallot grows well across all of these zones with adjusted timing — use the zone table above to find the right dates for your part of the state.
When to Plant Shallot by City in Texas
Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.
| City | Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Abernathy | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Abilene | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ace | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ackerly | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Addison | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Adkins | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Adrian | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Afton | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Agua Dulce | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Aiken | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Alamo | 10a | Monday, January 25, 2027 | — | — |
| Alanreed | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Alba | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Albany | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Aledo | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alice | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Alief | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Allen | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alleyton | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Allison | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Alpine | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Altair | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alto | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alvarado | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alvin | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Alvord | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Amarillo | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Amherst | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Anahuac | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Anderson | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Andrews | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Angleton | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Anna | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Annona | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Anson | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Anthony | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Anton | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Apple Springs | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Aquilla | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Aransas Pass | 10a | Monday, January 25, 2027 | — | — |
| Archer City | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Argyle | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Arlington | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Armstrong | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Arp | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Art | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Artesia Wells | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Arthur City | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Asherton | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Aspermont | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Atascosa | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Athens | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlanta | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Aubrey | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Austin | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Austwell | 9b | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Avalon | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Avery | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Avinger | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
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