When should I plant Tomatoes in Zone 8a?

In Zone 8a, Tomatoes: start seeds indoors Jan 15--Feb 1, transplant outdoors Mar 15--Apr 1. Very long season; fall crop possible.

When should I plant Peppers in Zone 8a?

In Zone 8a, Peppers: start seeds indoors Jan 1--15, transplant outdoors Mar 20--Apr 5. Extended harvest.

When should I plant Eggplant in Zone 8a?

In Zone 8a, Eggplant: start seeds indoors Jan 1--15, transplant outdoors Mar 25--Apr 10. Long productive season.

When should I plant Broccoli in Zone 8a?

In Zone 8a, Broccoli: start seeds indoors Dec 15--Jan 1, transplant outdoors Feb 15--Mar 1. Also fall crop Aug 15--Sep 1.

When should I plant Cauliflower in Zone 8a?

In Zone 8a, Cauliflower: start seeds indoors Dec 15--Jan 1, transplant outdoors Feb 15--Mar 1. Cool season crop.

Zone 8a Planting Calendar

Zone 8a Last frost Mar 1 – Mar 15 First frost Nov 15 – Dec 1 Frost-free 220–250 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

Corn

Carrots

Beets

Radishes

Onions (sets)

Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes

Watermelon

Cantaloupe

Okra

Garlic

Southern Peas (Cowpeas)

Collards

herbs

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Basil

Cilantro

Dill

Parsley

Rosemary

Thyme

Oregano

Sage

Mint

Lavender

Planning Guides

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