When to plant kale in San Antonio
Common questions
When can I sow kale outdoors in San Antonio?
Direct-sow around late January (Jan 31–Feb 21) in San Antonio, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will kale be ready to harvest in San Antonio?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 27–Apr 16) in San Antonio, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start kale seeds indoors in San Antonio?
Start seeds indoors around early January (Jan 10–Jan 31) in San Antonio, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant kale outdoors in San Antonio?
Transplant outdoors around late January (Jan 31–Feb 21) in San Antonio, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant kale in autumn in San Antonio?
Yes — San Antonio supports a second, autumn sowing of kale around late August (Aug 25–Sep 8), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in San Antonio?
San Antonio has roughly 282 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow kale to maturity outdoors.
Sow kale as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and San Antonio's frost dates.