What should I plant in January in Richmond, VA?

In January in Richmond, VA (zone 7a), you can plant Chives, Lavender, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Richmond, VA?

In Richmond, VA (zone 7a), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – May 8 and Dec 9 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Feb 15 – Jul 16.

When do I plant Lavender in Richmond, VA?

In Richmond, VA (zone 7a), Lavender: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Mar 8 and Dec 24 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Mar 9 – May 23.

When do I plant Mint in Richmond, VA?

In Richmond, VA (zone 7a), Mint: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – May 16 and Dec 17 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Feb 15 – Jul 16.

What to Plant in January

Richmond, VA · Zone 7a

Last frost: Apr 1 Frost-free days: 214

Full year calendar for Richmond

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

Lavender

Mint

Oregano

Parsley

Rosemary

Sage

Thyme

Artichoke

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Cauliflower

Celery

Garlic

Kale

Leek

Lettuce

Onion

Spinach

Strawberry

Swiss Chard

Start Indoors 21

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

Plant now

Chives

Jan 1 – May 8

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Lavender

Jan 1 – Mar 8

1 per sq ft 90–120 days

Mint

Jan 1 – May 16

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Jan 1 – Jul 16

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Rosemary

Jan 1 – Mar 23

1 per sq ft 80–120 days

Thyme

Jan 1 – Apr 23

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Artichoke

Jan 1 – May 16

1 per sq ft 85–100 days

Broccoli

Jan 1 – Apr 23

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Brussels Sprouts

Jan 1 – Feb 7

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Cabbage

Jan 1 – Apr 23

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Jan 1 – Apr 23

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Celery

Jan 1 – Mar 23

4 per sq ft 80–120 days

Kale

Jan 1 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Leek

Jan 1 – May 23

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 1 – May 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – May 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Later this month

Oregano

Jan 17 – May 16

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Sage

Jan 17 – Apr 30

1 per sq ft 75–90 days

Lettuce

Jan 17 – Apr 23

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Spinach

Jan 17 – Apr 15

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Swiss Chard

Jan 17 – Aug 31

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Direct Sow 1

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Garlic

Jan 1 – Sep 23

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

January Gardening Tips

Start Lettuce, Broccoli, Cabbage 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.