What Can I Plant in Texas in November 2026?

Wondering what you can plant in Texas in November 2026? In many parts of the state, there is still time to grow cool-season vegetables, herbs and flowers. The key is matching your planting choices to your local temperatures, expected freezes and whether you are starting with seeds or established transplants.

Texas does not have one statewide November planting schedule. A garden in the Panhandle faces very different conditions from one in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Use the ideas below as a starting point, then check your local forecast and county planting calendar before planting.

Start With Your Part of Texas

• Panhandle and colder North Texas locations: November may be too late for many unprotected outdoor seed sowings. Focus on protecting established cool-season crops, using a cold frame or starting a small container garden that can be sheltered.
• North and Central Texas: Hardy greens, radishes and suitable transplants may still be options when soil conditions and your local planting calendar allow. Be ready to protect tender new growth during freezes.
• East Texas: Cool-season crops can do well, but drainage is important during wet weather. Adjust planting decisions to your local freeze risk rather than assuming the entire region stays mild.
• South Texas and the Gulf Coast: Milder conditions often provide more opportunities for cool-season planting. Watch for sudden cold fronts even when daytime weather feels warm.
• West Texas: Elevation makes a big difference. Plan for cold nights, drying winds and large temperature swings.

Vegetables to Consider Planting in November

• Radishes: Quick-growing varieties are a useful choice where a planting window remains. Sow directly into loose soil and keep the seedbed evenly moist.
• Spinach: Cool weather suits spinach. Direct sow where recommended locally, and remember that colder soil can slow germination and growth.
• Leaf lettuce: Sow in suitable mild areas or use transplants for a head start. Containers make it easier to move small plantings into shelter.
• Mustard greens: These flavorful greens are an option for cool-season beds. Harvest young leaves for a milder flavor.
• Kale: Established transplants can be more practical than starting seeds outdoors late in the season. Allow enough time for plants to establish before severe cold.
• Collards: Established transplants can give this cool-season crop a head start. Allow enough time for plants to establish before severe cold.
• Swiss chard: Consider chard in milder locations. Protect young plants when freezing weather is forecast.
• Carrots: These root crops may still fit some regional planting calendars, particularly in warmer parts of Texas. Sow directly and thin seedlings so roots have space to develop.
• Beets: Check your regional planting calendar for a suitable November sowing window. Sow directly and thin seedlings so roots have space to develop.
• Turnips: November planting may be an option in warmer parts of Texas where local calendars recommend it. Sow directly and thin seedlings to give roots room to grow.
• Broccoli: Use healthy transplants only where your local calendar still recommends planting. Starting seed outdoors in November is not a reliable statewide recommendation.
• Cabbage: Choose healthy transplants where your local calendar still recommends planting. Starting seed outdoors in November is not a reliable statewide recommendation.
• Garlic: Fall is a common planting season for garlic in Texas. Choose a variety suited to your region and follow local guidance on planting time and any chilling needs. 

November is generally not the time to start warm-season vegetables outdoors across Texas. Save tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers and beans for their appropriate planting windows rather than counting on a few warm afternoons.

Can I Plant Onions in November?

Onion timing depends on your region and whether you are planting seed, sets or transplants. These are not interchangeable planting schedules. Many Texas gardeners use short-day onions, while intermediate-day varieties suit some locations. Check local recommendations for both day length and planting date before ordering or planting. Onion starts can be planted in November.

Herbs for a Cool-Season Garden

• Cilantro: Consider planting where local temperatures and planting dates are suitable. Cilantro is especially useful for gardeners who struggle with its tendency to bolt during hot weather.
• Parsley: Plant where local temperatures and planting dates are suitable. Parsley can be slow to germinate, so transplants may provide a more convenient start.
• Dill: Consider planting where local temperatures and planting dates are suitable for this cool-season herb.
• Basil: Keep basil for warm weather or grow it in a protected indoor location with adequate light.

Flowers to Consider

• Pansies: Popular cool-season transplants for suitable Texas locations.
• Violas: A cool-season flower option for suitable Texas locations. Use transplants where appropriate for your local planting calendar.
• Snapdragons: Popular cool-season transplants in suitable Texas locations.
• Bluebonnets: Some Texas gardeners sow these in fall. Check regional timing and seed preparation instructions before planting.
• Wildflower mixes: Choose a mix suited to your region and check the sowing instructions for its species. Seeds need good seed-to-soil contact, not a thick covering of mulch.

Check the species-specific sowing window, seed preparation instructions and regional suitability before planting.

Help Your November Garden Get Established

• Give plants enough sun: Shorter days and lower winter sun can change which beds receive the best light.
• Prepare well-drained soil: Work compost into suitable beds and avoid planting in waterlogged ground.
• Keep seedbeds moist: Water gently during germination, then adjust watering to rainfall, temperatures and soil moisture.
• Keep frost protection ready: Support frost cloth over vulnerable plants and secure the edges. Do not let plastic rest directly against foliage.
• Expect slower growth: Days-to-harvest estimates can stretch during cool weather and shorter days. A November sowing is not a promise of a quick winter harvest.
• Check local advice: Consult your county Texas A&M AgriLife Extension planting calendar and the current forecast before each planting. For regional planting dates, see the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Fall Vegetable Gardening Guide for Texas.
• Find planting dates for your ZIP code: Visit the Almanac Planting Calendar and type in your ZIP code for information on when to plant in your area.

What About November 2026 Weather?

This guide is seasonal planting guidance, not a weather forecast for November 2026. Before planting, check your actual soil conditions and the coming forecast. If a hard freeze is approaching, delaying planting or using a protected growing space may be the better choice.

Keep Your Texas Garden Growing This November

Choose crops that fit your region, start with a manageable bed or a few containers and keep cold-weather protection close by. With the right timing, November can be a productive part of your Texas gardening year.

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