What should I plant in July in zone 5a?

In July in zone 5a, you can plant Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots, Beets, Radishes, and more. Check indoor start, transplant, and direct sow dates for your specific zone.

When do I plant Broccoli in zone 5a?

In zone 5a, Broccoli: start seeds indoors Feb 15--Mar 1, transplant outdoors Apr 15--May 1.

When do I plant Cauliflower in zone 5a?

In zone 5a, Cauliflower: start seeds indoors Feb 15--Mar 1, transplant outdoors Apr 15--May 1.

When do I plant Carrots in zone 5a?

In zone 5a, Carrots: direct sow Apr 1--Jul 1.

What to Plant in July

USDA Zone 5a

Last frost: Apr 15 – May 1 Frost-free days: 150–170

Zone:

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

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Carrots

Beets

Radishes

Transplant 2

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Broccoli

Jul 1–15

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cauliflower

Jul 1–15

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Direct Sow 3

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Carrots

Apr 1 – Jul 1

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Beets

Apr 1 – Jul 1

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Radishes

Apr 1 – Sep 1

16 per sq ft 22–30 days

July Gardening Tips

Broccoli, Cauliflower can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Carrots, Beets, Radishes straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Harvest regularly — letting vegetables overmature signals the plant to stop producing.

Related Guides

Spacing Chart

How many plants per square foot

4×8 Raised Bed Layout

Planting plans for a standard bed

Planting Calendar

When to plant for your zone

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