What should I plant in September in Sacramento, CA?

In September in Sacramento, CA (zone 9b), you can plant Chives, Mint, Parsley, Beet, Broccoli, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Sacramento, CA?

In Sacramento, CA (zone 9b), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

When do I plant Mint in Sacramento, CA?

In Sacramento, CA (zone 9b), Mint: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

When do I plant Parsley in Sacramento, CA?

In Sacramento, CA (zone 9b), Parsley: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

What to Plant in September

Sacramento, CA · Zone 9b

Last frost: Feb 10 Frost-free days: 303

Full year calendar for Sacramento

The fall growing season is in full swing. Transplant brassicas and direct sow greens, root vegetables, and herbs that thrive in cooler temperatures.

September at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Chives

Mint

Parsley

Beet

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrot

Cauliflower

Garlic

Kale

Leek

Lettuce

Onion

Peas

Spinach

Strawberry

Swiss Chard

Turnip

Start Indoors 14

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 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Kale

Jan 1 – Sep 8

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Leek

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Swiss Chard

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Brussels Sprouts

May 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Broccoli

Jul 17 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cabbage

Jul 17 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Jul 17 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Lettuce

Sep 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Later this month

Spinach

Sep 16 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Transplant 12

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

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 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Kale

Jan 1 – Oct 23

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Leek

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Swiss Chard

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Broccoli

Sep 9 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Brussels Sprouts

Sep 9 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Cabbage

Sep 9 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Sep 9 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Direct Sow 5

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Plant now

Garlic

Jan 1 – Nov 8

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

Beet

Jul 24 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Carrot

Jul 24 – Dec 31

16 per sq ft 70–80 days

Turnip

Jul 24 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 30–60 days

Later this month

Peas

Sep 24 – Dec 31

8 per sq ft 55–70 days

September Gardening Tips

Start Lettuce, Broccoli, Cabbage indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Broccoli, Cabbage, Kale 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.
Protect tender crops from early frost with row cover — this can extend your season by several weeks.