When should I plant Tomatoes in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Tomatoes: start seeds indoors Mar 15--Apr 1, transplant outdoors Jun 1--10. Choose early varieties (< 65 days).

When should I plant Peppers in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Peppers: start seeds indoors Mar 1--15, transplant outdoors Jun 5--15. Need warm soil; use black plastic mulch.

When should I plant Eggplant in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Eggplant: start seeds indoors Mar 1--15, transplant outdoors Jun 5--15. Very frost sensitive.

When should I plant Broccoli in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Broccoli: start seeds indoors Mar 15--Apr 1, transplant outdoors May 15--Jun 1. Can direct sow for fall crop Jul 1.

When should I plant Cauliflower in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Cauliflower: start seeds indoors Mar 15--Apr 1, transplant outdoors May 15--Jun 1. Needs consistent moisture.

Zone 3a Planting Calendar

Q: When should I plant Peppers in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Peppers: start seeds indoors Mar 1--15, transplant outdoors Jun 5--15. Need warm soil; use black plastic mulch.

Q: When should I plant Eggplant in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Eggplant: start seeds indoors Mar 1--15, transplant outdoors Jun 5--15. Very frost sensitive.

Q: When should I plant Broccoli in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Broccoli: start seeds indoors Mar 15--Apr 1, transplant outdoors May 15--Jun 1. Can direct sow for fall crop Jul 1.

Q: When should I plant Cauliflower in Zone 3a?

In Zone 3a, Cauliflower: start seeds indoors Mar 15--Apr 1, transplant outdoors May 15--Jun 1. Needs consistent moisture.

Zone 3a Last frost May 15 – Jun 1 First frost Sep 1 – Sep 15 Frost-free 90–120 days

This calendar is an approximation using average weather patterns and growing cycles and depends heavily on exact local weather and variety selection.

Indoor Start Transplant / Outdoor Direct Sow

vegetables

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Tomatoes

Peppers

Eggplant

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Cabbage

Brussels Sprouts

Kale

Lettuce

Spinach

Peas

Beans (bush)

Beans (pole)

Cucumbers

Summer Squash

Winter Squash

Pumpkins

Corn

Carrots

Beets

Radishes

Turnips

Onions (sets)

Onions (seed)

Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Celery

herbs

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Basil

Cilantro

Dill

Parsley

Chives

Thyme

Oregano

Sage

Rosemary

Mint

flowers

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Marigolds

Zinnias

Sunflowers

Nasturtiums

Cosmos

Sweet Peas

Snapdragons

Calendula

Alyssum

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