What should I plant in October in Raleigh, NC?

In October in Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), you can plant Chives, Cilantro, Mint, Parsley, Beet, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Raleigh, NC?

In Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

When do I plant Cilantro in Raleigh, NC?

In Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), Cilantro: direct sow Jan 9 – May 23 and Oct 1 – Nov 8.

When do I plant Mint in Raleigh, NC?

In Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), Mint: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

What to Plant in October

Raleigh, NC · Zone 7b

Last frost: Mar 25 Frost-free days: 230

Full year calendar for Raleigh

First frost is coming — protect remaining tender crops and finish fall plantings. Plant garlic for next year. Focus on storage crops and season extension.

October at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Chives

Cilantro

Mint

Parsley

Beet

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrot

Cauliflower

Garlic

Kale

Leek

Lettuce

Onion

Peas

Radish

Spinach

Strawberry

Swiss Chard

Turnip

Start Indoors 12

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

Plant now

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Jan 1 – Oct 23

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Lettuce

Sep 1 – Oct 8

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Broccoli

Sep 9 – Oct 16

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cabbage

Sep 9 – Oct 16

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Sep 9 – Oct 16

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Spinach

Sep 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Brussels Sprouts

Sep 16 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Later this month

Leek

Oct 24 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Oct 24 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Transplant 14

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Plant now

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Swiss Chard

Jan 9 – Oct 16

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Parsley

Jan 17 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Leek

Jan 17 – Dec 8

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 17 – Dec 16

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Kale

Jan 24 – Oct 8

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Broccoli

Sep 1 – Oct 8

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cabbage

Sep 1 – Oct 8

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Sep 1 – Oct 8

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Lettuce

Oct 1 – Nov 8

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Spinach

Oct 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Later this month

Brussels Sprouts

Oct 17 – Nov 30

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Direct Sow 7

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Garlic

Jan 1 – Oct 16

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

Beet

Jan 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Turnip

Jan 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 30–60 days

Carrot

Jan 24 – Oct 8

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Peas

Sep 9 – Oct 23

8 per sq ft 55–70 days

Cilantro

Oct 1 – Nov 8

9 per sq ft 30–45 days

Radish

Oct 1 – Nov 8

16 per sq ft 22–30 days

October Gardening Tips

Start Lettuce, Broccoli, Cabbage indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Lettuce, Broccoli, Cabbage can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Carrot, Peas, Garlic straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Clean up spent crops to reduce overwintering pest and disease pressure.