What should I plant in July in Milwaukee, WI?

In July in Milwaukee, WI (zone 5b), you can plant Dill, Parsley, Artichoke, Beans (Bush), Beet, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Dill in Milwaukee, WI?

In Milwaukee, WI (zone 5b), Dill: direct sow May 17 – Jul 31.

When do I plant Parsley in Milwaukee, WI?

In Milwaukee, WI (zone 5b), Parsley: start seeds indoors Jan 24 – May 23, transplant outdoors Apr 1 – Jul 31.

When do I plant Artichoke in Milwaukee, WI?

In Milwaukee, WI (zone 5b), Artichoke: start seeds indoors Feb 15 – May 8, transplant outdoors Apr 24 – Jul 16.

What to Plant in July

Milwaukee, WI · Zone 5b

Last frost: Apr 25 Frost-free days: 173

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Peak growing season — the garden is productive and demanding. Start thinking about fall crops and succession planting quick-harvest vegetables.

July at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Dill

Parsley

Artichoke

Beans (Bush)

Beet

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrot

Cauliflower

Celery

Kale

Peas

Potato

Squash

Swiss Chard

Turnip

Zucchini

Start Indoors 2

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

Kale

Feb 22 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Swiss Chard

Mar 1 – Jul 31

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Transplant 11

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Parsley

Apr 1 – Jul 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Swiss Chard

Apr 1 – Aug 31

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Broccoli

Apr 9 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Brussels Sprouts

Apr 9 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Cabbage

Apr 9 – Jul 31

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Apr 9 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Kale

Apr 9 – Aug 31

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Artichoke

Apr 24 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 85–100 days

Celery

Apr 24 – Jul 8

4 per sq ft 80–120 days

Squash

May 17 – Jul 8

1 per sq ft 45–65 days

Zucchini

May 17 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 45–60 days

Direct Sow 7

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Turnip

Mar 24 – Sep 30

9 per sq ft 30–60 days

Beet

Apr 1 – Sep 8

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Carrot

Apr 1 – Aug 8

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Peas

Apr 1 – Jul 16

8 per sq ft 55–70 days

Potato

Apr 16 – Jul 8

1 per sq ft 70–150 days

Dill

May 17 – Jul 31

4 per sq ft 40–60 days

Beans (Bush)

May 17 – Jul 8

9 per sq ft 50–60 days

July Gardening Tips

Start Kale, Swiss Chard indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Squash, Zucchini, Broccoli can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Beans (Bush), Carrot, Peas straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Harvest regularly — letting vegetables overmature signals the plant to stop producing.