What should I plant in January in Memphis, TN?

In January in Memphis, TN (zone 7b), you can plant Chives, Cilantro, Lavender, Mint, Oregano, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Memphis, TN?

In Memphis, TN (zone 7b), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – May 16 and Nov 9 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 17 – Jul 23.

When do I plant Cilantro in Memphis, TN?

In Memphis, TN (zone 7b), Cilantro: direct sow Jan 17 – May 16 and Oct 1 – Oct 31.

When do I plant Lavender in Memphis, TN?

In Memphis, TN (zone 7b), Lavender: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Mar 23 and Dec 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Feb 15 – Jun 8.

What to Plant in January

Memphis, TN · Zone 7b

Last frost: Mar 20 Frost-free days: 235

Full year calendar for Memphis

The garden is dormant outdoors, but it's time to start planning and get seed orders in. Some long-season crops like peppers and onions can be started indoors this month.

January at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Chives

Cilantro

Lavender

Mint

Oregano

Parsley

Rosemary

Sage

Thyme

Artichoke

Beet

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrot

Cauliflower

Celery

Garlic

Kale

Leek

Lettuce

Onion

Peas

Radish

Spinach

Strawberry

Swiss Chard

Turnip

Start Indoors 21

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

Chives

Jan 1 – May 16

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Lavender

Jan 1 – Mar 23

1 per sq ft 90–120 days

Mint

Jan 1 – May 23

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Oregano

Jan 1 – May 23

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Jan 1 – Apr 23

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Rosemary

Jan 1 – Mar 31

1 per sq ft 80–120 days

Sage

Jan 1 – May 16

1 per sq ft 75–90 days

Thyme

Jan 1 – Apr 30

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Artichoke

Jan 1 – May 31

1 per sq ft 85–100 days

Broccoli

Jan 1 – Apr 15

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Brussels Sprouts

Jan 1–31

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Cabbage

Jan 1 – Apr 15

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Jan 1 – Apr 15

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Celery

Jan 1 – Mar 16

4 per sq ft 80–120 days

Kale

Jan 1 – May 16

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Leek

Jan 1 – May 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Lettuce

Jan 1 – Apr 15

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Onion

Jan 1 – Jun 8

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Spinach

Jan 1 – Mar 31

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Jun 8

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Swiss Chard

Jan 1 – May 31

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Transplant 10

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Chives

Jan 17 – Jul 23

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 17 – Jul 23

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Jan 17 – Jun 30

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Onion

Jan 17 – Aug 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Spinach

Jan 17 – Apr 30

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Strawberry

Jan 17 – Jul 23

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Kale

Jan 24 – Jun 30

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Leek

Jan 24 – Aug 23

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Lettuce

Jan 24 – May 16

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Swiss Chard

Jan 24 – Jun 30

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Direct Sow 7

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Plant now

Garlic

Jan 1 – Oct 16

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

Turnip

Jan 9 – Jun 30

9 per sq ft 30–60 days

Later this month

Cilantro

Jan 17 – May 16

9 per sq ft 30–45 days

Peas

Jan 17 – May 31

8 per sq ft 55–70 days

Beet

Jan 24 – Jun 30

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Carrot

Jan 24 – Jul 16

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Radish

Jan 24 – May 16

16 per sq ft 22–30 days

January Gardening Tips

Start Lettuce, Broccoli, Cabbage indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Lettuce, Kale, Spinach can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Carrot, Peas, 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.