Question 1

When should I plant watermelon in ZIP 76102?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 76102, the main watermelon target is around Mar 26, based on the representative Dallas frost station and USDA zone 8b.

Question 2

When should I start watermelon seeds indoors in 76102?

Accepted Answer

Start watermelon seeds indoors in ZIP 76102 around Feb 19, about 21 days before the Mar 12 last-frost estimate.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Fort Worth?

Accepted Answer

Fort Worth (ZIP 76102) has an average last spring frost around Mar 12, based on the representative Dallas frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Fort Worth?

Accepted Answer

Fort Worth (ZIP 76102) has an average first fall frost around Nov 22, leaving about 255 frost-free days.

Question 5

Is this a guaranteed planting date?

Accepted Answer

No. GrowZone uses frost-date estimates, hardiness zones, and crop timing rules for planning. Local microclimates and current weather can shift the right date.

Step	Date	How to use it
Start Indoors	February 19, 2026	Start seeds under lights or in a bright indoor seed-starting space.
Transplant Outdoors	March 26, 2026	Move hardened-off seedlings outside after the frost-risk window.
Direct Sow	March 26, 2026	Sow seed outside when the crop and soil can handle the window.

Start watermelon seeds indoors around Feb 19

Watermelon dates for Fort Worth, TX