Thursday, October 29, 2026
The Daily Dirt

Texas grows its own. Here is today's job.

What do I do today?
← Jun 29 Wednesday, June 30, 2027 · Houston · avg. last frost Feb 15, first frost Dec 9 Jul 1 →

In season now

Plant now

Basil: 92 Days Left to Plant

Do this: Sow seed or set transplants 0.25" deep, 12" apart, rows 36" apart. Why: Plant today, first harvest around Aug 29.

Start indoors & order seed

Garden chores

Composting: Turn Yard Trash Into Garden Gold

Your compost is thirsty

Do this: Squeeze a handful from the center of your pile, and if no moisture comes out, water it and turn it.

Composting: Turn Yard Trash Into Garden Gold

Turn the pile this week

Do this: Summer is fast season, so turn your compost pile once a week and move the dry outer layer into the middle.

Composting: Turn Yard Trash Into Garden Gold

Worm bin heat check

Do this: Move your worm bin into shade or a cooler spot, because red wigglers start dying above 95°F.