What to Plant in October

Rochester, NY · Zone 6a

Last frost: May 5 Frost-free days: 158
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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
Radish

Direct Sow 1

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Radish
Radish
Aug 17 – Oct 8
16 per sq ft 22–30 days

October Gardening Tips

  • Direct sow Radish straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
  • Clean up spent crops to reduce overwintering pest and disease pressure.

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