Hot Season Plant Preferences

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Legumes

Beans grow best when planted from seed. 'Pole beans' require a trellis while 'bush beans' can grow along the edge of your garden. Yard long bans and crowder peas are planted starting in Mid May as they are known for being heat tolerant.

Bush Beans

Pole Beans

Yard Long Beans

Crowder Peas

Herbs

Woody herbs will last throughout the year but can be planted at this time as well. Cooler weather herbs such as dill and cilantro can be planted in September & October.

Basil

Rosemary

Thyme

Sage

Oregano

Chives

Peppers

Peppers need weekly attention with fertilizing and pruning but can produce until winter. During the hot season smaller pepper varieties produce well and will continue growing and producing for many months.

Hot Pepper

Sweet Pepper

Cucurbit

Hot season cucumbers can be planted and thrive during the hottest months in Houston

Hot Weather Cucumbers

Eggplant

Eggplant is a hot weather stable during the Texas heat.

Eggplant

Okra

Okra, part of the Mallow family, is the quintessential hot weather plant that is productive and plentiful

Okra

Tomatillo

Referred to as the Mexican Husk Tomato, tomatillos are the perfect addition to your summer garden and will ensure loads of fresh salsas and sauces.

Tomatillos

Greens

While we wait for the cooler weather for sweet lettuces, Arugula, Mustards & Kale can all be planted and are more heat tolerant as the temperatures rise.

Arugula (by seed)