What should I plant in March in Anchorage, AK?

In March in Anchorage, AK (zone 4b), you can plant Chives, Mint, Parsley, Artichoke, Broccoli, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Anchorage, AK?

In Anchorage, AK (zone 4b), Chives: start seeds indoors Feb 22 – Mar 23, transplant outdoors May 1 – May 31.

When do I plant Mint in Anchorage, AK?

In Anchorage, AK (zone 4b), Mint: start seeds indoors Mar 1 – Mar 23, transplant outdoors May 1 – May 23.

When do I plant Parsley in Anchorage, AK?

In Anchorage, AK (zone 4b), Parsley: start seeds indoors Feb 22 – Apr 23, transplant outdoors May 1 – Jun 30.

What to Plant in March

Anchorage, AK · Zone 4b

Last frost: May 15 Frost-free days: 123

Full year calendar for Anchorage

Spring is still weeks away outdoors, but indoor seed starting is in full swing. Start tomatoes, peppers, and herbs under lights. Prepare beds for cool-season crops that go out next month.

March at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Chives

Mint

Parsley

Artichoke

Broccoli

Cabbage

Cauliflower

Kale

Strawberry

Start Indoors 9

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

Plant now

Chives

Feb 22 – Mar 23

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Feb 22 – Apr 23

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Mint

Mar 1–23

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Artichoke

Mar 1–23

1 per sq ft 85–100 days

Broccoli

Mar 9 – May 8

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cabbage

Mar 9 – May 8

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Mar 9 – May 8

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Later this month

Kale

Mar 17 – May 31

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Strawberry

Mar 17 – Apr 8

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

March Gardening Tips

Start Broccoli, Cabbage, Kale indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Add compost to beds now so nutrients are available when planting time arrives.