What should I plant in July in zone 7a?

In July in zone 7a, you can plant Beans (bush), Corn, Carrots, Beets, Radishes, and more. Check indoor start, transplant, and direct sow dates for your specific zone.

When do I plant Beans (bush) in zone 7a?

In zone 7a, Beans (bush): direct sow Apr 5--Jul 15.

When do I plant Corn in zone 7a?

In zone 7a, Corn: direct sow Apr 5--Jul 1.

When do I plant Carrots in zone 7a?

In zone 7a, Carrots: direct sow Feb 15--Aug 1.

What to Plant in July

USDA Zone 7a

Last frost: Mar 15 – Apr 1 Frost-free days: 190–220

Zone:

Midsummer heat is on. Keep the garden watered and mulched. Start planning fall plantings — it's time to start cool-season crops indoors for a fall transplant.

July at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Beans (bush)

Corn

Carrots

Beets

Radishes

Direct Sow 5

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Carrots

Feb 15 – Aug 1

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Beets

Feb 15 – Aug 1

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Radishes

Feb 15 – Oct 1

16 per sq ft 22–30 days

Beans (bush)

Apr 5 – Jul 15

9 per sq ft 50–60 days

Corn

Apr 5 – Jul 1

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

July Gardening Tips

Direct sow Corn, Carrots, Beets 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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