What should I plant in August in zone 8b?

In August in zone 8b, you can plant Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Sage, Beans (bush), and more. Check indoor start, transplant, and direct sow dates for your specific zone.

When do I plant Rosemary in zone 8b?

In zone 8b, Rosemary: transplant outdoors Year-round (transplant).

When do I plant Thyme in zone 8b?

In zone 8b, Thyme: transplant outdoors Year-round.

When do I plant Oregano in zone 8b?

In zone 8b, Oregano: transplant outdoors Year-round.

What to Plant in August

USDA Zone 8b

Last frost: Mar 1 – Mar 15 Frost-free days: 220–250

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Late summer is prime time for starting your fall garden. Sow cool-season crops indoors or direct sow fast-maturing varieties. The heat will ease soon.

August at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Rosemary

Thyme

Oregano

Sage

Beans (bush)

Carrots

Radishes

Collards

Transplant 4

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Rosemary

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–120 days

Thyme

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Oregano

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Sage

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 75–90 days

Direct Sow 4

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Carrots

Feb 1 – Sep 1

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Radishes

Feb 1 – Nov 1

16 per sq ft 22–30 days

Beans (bush)

Mar 15 – Aug 1

9 per sq ft 50–60 days

Collards

Aug 1–8

August Gardening Tips

Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Carrots, Radishes, Beans (bush) straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Count backwards from your first frost date to determine the last safe date for starting fall crops.

Related Guides

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Planting Calendar

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