When should I plant Artichoke in Portland, ME (Zone 5b)?

In Portland, ME (Zone 5b), Artichoke: start seeds indoors Feb 15 – May 8, transplant outdoors Apr 24 – Jul 16.

When should I plant Beans (Bush) in Portland, ME (Zone 5b)?

In Portland, ME (Zone 5b), Beans (Bush): direct sow Jun 1 – Jun 30.

When should I plant Beet in Portland, ME (Zone 5b)?

In Portland, ME (Zone 5b), Beet: direct sow Apr 1 – Sep 8.

When should I plant Broccoli in Portland, ME (Zone 5b)?

In Portland, ME (Zone 5b), Broccoli: start seeds indoors Feb 15 – Jun 15, transplant outdoors Apr 9 – Aug 8.

When should I plant Brussels Sprouts in Portland, ME (Zone 5b)?

In Portland, ME (Zone 5b), Brussels Sprouts: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Mar 8 and Dec 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Apr 9 – Jul 16.

Portland, ME Planting Calendar

Zone 5b Last frost May 5 First frost Oct 5 Frost-free 153 days

This calendar is based on average growing cycles and depends on variety selection.

Indoor Start Transplant / Outdoor Direct Sow

vegetables

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Artichoke

Beans (Bush)

Beet

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrot

Cauliflower

Celery

Cucumber

Kale

Leek

Lettuce

Onion

Peas

Potato

Radish

Spinach

Squash

Strawberry

Swiss Chard

Tomato

Turnip

Zucchini

herbs

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Chives

Cilantro

Dill

Mint

Oregano

Parsley

Rosemary

Sage

Thyme

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