What should I plant in February in Buffalo, NY?

In February in Buffalo, NY (zone 6a), you can plant Chives, Lavender, Mint, Parsley, Rosemary, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Buffalo, NY?

In Buffalo, NY (zone 6a), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 24 – Apr 30, transplant outdoors Apr 1 – Jul 8.

When do I plant Lavender in Buffalo, NY?

In Buffalo, NY (zone 6a), Lavender: start seeds indoors Feb 8 – Feb 28, transplant outdoors Apr 24 – May 16.

When do I plant Mint in Buffalo, NY?

In Buffalo, NY (zone 6a), Mint: start seeds indoors Feb 1 – May 8, transplant outdoors Apr 1 – Jul 8.

What to Plant in February

Buffalo, NY · Zone 6a

Last frost: May 5 Frost-free days: 163

Full year calendar for Buffalo

Seed starting season is underway. Get your grow lights set up and start slow-growing crops like peppers, eggplant, and onions indoors. It's too early for most outdoor planting.

February at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Chives

Lavender

Mint

Parsley

Rosemary

Thyme

Artichoke

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Cauliflower

Celery

Garlic

Kale

Leek

Onion

Strawberry

Start Indoors 16

Start these seeds indoors under grow lights or on a sunny windowsill.

Plant now

Brussels Sprouts

Jan 1 – Mar 16

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Leek

Jan 9 – Apr 8

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 9 – Apr 15

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Chives

Jan 24 – Apr 30

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Jan 24 – May 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Mint

Feb 1 – May 8

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Celery

Feb 1 – Apr 15

4 per sq ft 80–120 days

Lavender

Feb 8–28

1 per sq ft 90–120 days

Rosemary

Feb 8 – Mar 16

1 per sq ft 80–120 days

Thyme

Feb 15 – Apr 15

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Artichoke

Feb 15 – May 8

1 per sq ft 85–100 days

Broccoli

Feb 15 – Jun 23

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cabbage

Feb 15 – Jun 15

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Feb 15 – Jun 23

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Strawberry

Feb 15 – May 23

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Later this month

Kale

Feb 22 – Jul 23

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Direct Sow 1

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Garlic

Jan 1 – Jul 31

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

February Gardening Tips

Start Broccoli, Cabbage, Kale indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Direct sow Garlic straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Check seed starting supplies — grow lights, heat mats, and fresh seed-starting mix. Order seeds early for the best selection.