Ageratum
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Ageratum, commonly grown as Ageratum houstonianum, is a bushy flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae). Often called floss flower…
What to plant in April in zone 1
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Angelica
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Part sun
- High water
- Zones 4–8
Angelica, also called garden angelica, is a tall, short-lived perennial herb in the carrot family, Apiaceae. It usually spends its first…
Arborio Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Arborio rice is a short-grain rice variety primarily cultivated in the Po Valley region of Italy. Renowned for its culinary use in making…
Artichoke
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–11
The artichoke plant (Cynara scolymus) is a thistle-like perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Native to the…
Basil
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a popular culinary herb that belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Known for its fragrant leaves and vibrant…
Basmati Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Basmati rice is a long-grain variety of rice, primarily grown in the Indian subcontinent, notably in India and Pakistan, particularly in…
Bee Balm
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Bee balm is a clump-forming perennial in the mint family, best known for its vivid, shaggy-looking flowers and its appeal to pollinators…
Bell Pepper
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
The bell pepper plant, known scientifically as Capsicum annuum, is a vibrant and versatile member of the nightshade family, which includes…
Bhutanese Red Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Bhutanese Red Rice, known as "red rice" from the Himalayan region, is a traditional variety predominantly cultivated in Bhutan. It is…
Black Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Black rice, often referred to as "forbidden rice," is a variety of whole grain rice belonging to the Oryza sativa species. It is…
Black-eyed Susan
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a vibrant perennial and annual flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Native to…
Blanket Flower
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Blanket flower is the common name for Gaillardia, a genus of cheerful, daisy-like flowers in the sunflower family. Garden plants include…
Bok Choy
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Bok Choy, also known as Pak Choi or Chinese white cabbage, is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the brassica family, which includes…
Broccoflower
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Broccoflower is a unique cruciferous vegetable that is a hybrid between broccoli and cauliflower. It offers an appealing alternative to…
Broccoli
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) is a biennial plant cultivated as an annual vegetable for its edible flower buds and stalks. It…
Broccolini
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Broccolini, also known as baby broccoli, is a hybrid vegetable that combines characteristics of Chinese kale and broccoli. Developed in…
Brown Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Brown rice is the whole grain version of rice, specifically the unprocessed seed of the Oryza sativa plant. Unlike white rice, which has…
Brussels Sprouts
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) are a biennial vegetable, commonly grown as an annual, and belong to the Brassicaceae…
Cabbage
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which includes other…
Calendula
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Calendula officinalis, commonly called calendula or pot marigold, is a flowering plant in the daisy family. It is usually grown as an…
Camargue Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Camargue Rice, a unique and aromatic variety of rice, is cultivated primarily in the Camargue region of southern France, an area renowned…
Cardoon
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Cardoon is a large, thistle-like vegetable grown chiefly for its thick leaf stalks and midribs. It belongs to the same species as the…
Carnation
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–9
The carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a popular flowering plant known for its frilled and ruffled petals, vibrant colors, and…
Catmint
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–8
Catmint is a low-growing, spreading perennial grown for its lavender-blue flowers and aromatic foliage. Its branching stems form soft…
Catnip
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Catnip is a hardy, aromatic perennial herb in the mint family. It forms upright, branching stems, usually 30–100 cm (1–3 ft) tall, with…
Cauliflower
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) is a cool-season vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which also includes…
Celosia
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Celosia argentea is a warm-season flowering plant in the amaranth family (Amaranthaceae). Gardeners often call it celosia, cockscomb, or…
Celtuce
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Celtuce is a type of lettuce grown chiefly for its thick, edible stem rather than for a head of leaves. It is also called stem lettuce or…
Chamomile
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Chamomile is an aromatic annual herb in the daisy family, grown for its small flowers, which are commonly dried for herbal tea. Its finely…
Chayote
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Chayote, scientifically known as Sechium edule, is a unique and versatile edible plant belonging to the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae)…
Chinese Broccoli
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Chinese broccoli, also known as "gai lan" or "Chinese kale," is a leafy vegetable from the Brassica oleracea species. Distinguished by its…
Chinese Cabbage
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Chinese cabbage, also known as Napa cabbage or bok choy, is a member of the Brassica family, which includes other cruciferous vegetables…
Chives
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a perennial herb belonging to the onion family (Alliaceae), valued for their culinary uses and…
Cleome
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Cleome, commonly called spider flower, is a fast-growing flowering plant usually grown as an annual. It forms an upright, branching clump…
Coleus
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Coleus is a tender perennial best known for its vividly colored leaves, but it also produces flowers. Slender spikes rise above the…
Collard Greens
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Collard greens (Brassica oleracea var. viridis) are a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassica family, which also includes cabbage…
Columbine
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Columbines are flowering perennials in the genus Aquilegia, known for their nodding, bell-shaped blooms and distinctive backward-pointing…
Coneflower
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Coneflowers, belonging to the genus Echinacea, are attractive perennial plants native to North America, known for their striking blooms…
Coreopsis
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–9
Coreopsis, commonly known as tickseed, is a perennial or annual flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is notable for its…
Cosmos
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Low water
Cosmos is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family, known for their vibrant blooms and ease of cultivation. Native to Mexico…
Culantro
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Culantro is a strongly scented leafy herb in the carrot family. Despite its similar flavor and common names, it is a different plant from…
Cumin
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is a flowering plant in the Apiaceae family, native to the eastern Mediterranean and South Asia. It is a…
Daisy
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Daisy plants belong to the Asteraceae family, which is one of the largest families of flowering plants. The most recognized species is the…
Delphinium
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Delphinium, commonly known as larkspur, is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). With around 300…
Dianthus
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Dianthus is a genus of flowering plants in the carnation family (Caryophyllaceae). It includes carnations, garden pinks, and sweet…
Drumstick
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
The Drumstick plant, scientifically known as Moringa oleifera, is a fast-growing, flowering tree native to the Indian subcontinent but now…
Eggplant
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 11–12
Eggplant, scientifically known as Solanum melongena, is a warm-season perennial vegetable commonly grown as an annual in temperate…
Endive
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Endive (Cichorium endivia) is a leafy green plant belonging to the Asteraceae family, which also includes lettuce, chicory, and daisy…
Epazote
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Epazote is a strongly scented herb grown for its leaves, which are used in Mexican and Central American cooking. It is usually an annual…
Feverfew
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Feverfew is an aromatic, short-lived perennial herb in the daisy family, Asteraceae. Originally from southeastern Europe and western Asia…
Foxglove
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Common foxglove is a striking flowering plant with tall, upright spikes of tubular, bell-shaped blooms. The flowers are usually purple or…
Garlic Chives
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Garlic chives are a perennial herb grown for their mild, garlicky leaves. Unlike common chives, their leaves are flat rather than hollow…
Glutinous Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Glutinous rice, also known as sticky rice or sweet rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa), is a variety of rice notable for its high…
Green Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Green rice, commonly referred to as Oryza sativa, is a cereal grain cultivated extensively in various regions around the world…
Ground Cherry
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Ground cherry is a warm-season plant in the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is related to tomatillos and tomatoes, but not to true…
Hollyhock
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Hollyhock is a tall flowering plant often grown against walls, fences, and at the back of borders. It is usually treated as a biennial or…
Hot Pepper
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 11–13
Hot pepper is a warm-season plant grown for its pungent fruits, which are used fresh, dried, or ground into spice. Many familiar hot…
Hyssop
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–9
Hyssop is a perennial herb in the mint family, grown for its aromatic leaves and flower spikes. It forms a compact, bushy plant, usually…
Impatiens
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Impatiens, also known as busy Lizzie or balsam, is a popular flowering plant belonging to the family Balsaminaceae. This shade-loving…
Indica Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Indica rice is one of the two primary subspecies of cultivated rice, the other being Japonica. It is scientifically classified as Oryza…
Japonica Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Japonica rice (Oryza sativa var. japonica) is a subspecies of the Asian rice plant, widely cultivated in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and…
Jasmine Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Jasmine rice is a fragrant, long-grain variety of rice that is primarily cultivated in Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia. This…
Jicama
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–12
Jicama, scientifically known as Pachyrhizus erosus, is a root vegetable native to Mexico and Central America, although it is cultivated in…
Job's Tears
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Job's Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi) is a unique and versatile plant belonging to the grass family, Poaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and…
Kale
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Kale (Brassica oleracea var. sabellica) is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which also includes cabbage…
Kohlrabi
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Kohlrabi, also known as turnip cabbage, is a member of the Brassica oleracea species, which includes relatives like cabbage, broccoli, and…
Leek
- Mar 9 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Leeks (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum) are a member of the onion family (Alliaceae) and are prized for their unique, mild flavor. They…
Lemon Balm
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Lemon balm is a perennial herb in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It forms bushy clumps of branching, square stems, usually 30–90 cm tall. Its…
Lemongrass
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a tropical perennial grass known for its citrus-flavored stalks and aromatic leaves. Typically…
Lettuce
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a leafy vegetable belonging to the Asteraceae family, which also includes sunflowers and daisies. It is one of…
Lobelia
- Mar 9 – Apr 12
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Lobelia erinus is the garden lobelia commonly sold for its masses of small, vividly colored flowers. It is native to southern Africa and…
Lovage
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family, which also includes carrots, celery, and parsley…
Lupine
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Lupine, or lupin, belongs to the genus Lupinus and the legume family (Fabaceae). These perennial or annual plants are particularly…
Malabar Spinach
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Malabar spinach is a fast-growing, twining vine grown for its edible leaves and tender stems. Despite its name, it is not related to true…
Marigold
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Marigolds are vibrant and cheerful annual flowering plants belonging to the genus Tagetes. They are native to the Americas and have gained…
Marjoram
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is a perennial herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), cherished for its aromatic leaves and culinary uses…
Milkweed
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Milkweed is a perennial plant belonging to the genus Asclepias, known for its importance in ecosystems, particularly as the primary host…
Morning Glory
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Morning Glory is a popular annual flowering vine known for its stunning, trumpet-shaped blooms. Belonging to the Convolvulaceae family…
Napa Cabbage
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Napa cabbage, also known as Chinese cabbage or Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis, is a popular leafy vegetable widely used in Asian cuisine…
Oca
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Oca is a tuber-forming member of the wood-sorrel family grown chiefly for its edible underground tubers. Native to the Andes, it has been…
Onion
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
The onion plant, scientifically known as Allium cepa, is a biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Allium genus, which also includes…
Oregano
- Mar 23 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–9
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial herb belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae), widely prized for its aromatic leaves and…
Papaya
- Mar 23 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–12
Papaya is a fast-growing, short-lived tropical plant cultivated chiefly for its sweet fruit. Although it looks like a small tree, its…
Parsley
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a popular biennial herb primarily cultivated for its bright green, flavorful leaves and its role as a…
Portulaca
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Portulaca grandiflora, commonly called moss rose or flowering purslane, is a low-growing succulent grown for its bright, papery flowers…
Radicchio
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Radicchio is a leafy vegetable belonging to the chicory family (Asteraceae), known for its vibrant color and slightly bitter flavor…
Red Cabbage
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Red cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) is a vibrant, leafy vegetable known for its distinctive purplish-red color, which…
Red Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Red rice is a variety of rice characterized by its reddish-brown husk and bran layer. This ancient grain is part of the Oryza sativa…
Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Rice is a cereal grain that is one of the most widely consumed staple foods in the world. It is typically grown in flooded fields (paddy…
Romanesco
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Romanesco, also known as Romanesco broccoli or Roman cauliflower, is a striking and nutritious vegetable belonging to the Brassica…
Sage
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–8
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family, which also includes other culinary and aromatic herbs…
Salvia
- Mar 23 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Salvia is a large genus of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Its members include the culinary herb common sage, as well as…
Savory
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Savory is a delightful herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family, which includes other well-known herbs like mint and basil. There are two…
Savoy Cabbage
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Savoy cabbage is a type of leafy vegetable belonging to the Brassica oleracea species, which also includes other cabbages, kale, and…
Scallion
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Scallion is a leafy onion grown for its slender white stems and hollow green leaves. It is commonly called a green onion or spring onion…
Sesame
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Sesame is an annual flowering plant grown chiefly for its edible seeds and oil, rather than as a vegetable. It has upright, often…
Shasta Daisy
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum) is a popular perennial flower prized for its cheerful, classic appearance and low maintenance…
Shiso
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Shiso is an aromatic annual herb in the mint family, grown for its leaves, seeds, and sometimes its colorful foliage. It has upright…
Snapdragon
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Snapdragons, scientifically known as Antirrhinum majus, are a popular flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. These annual or…
Statice
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Statice, scientifically known as Limonium, is a fascinating and versatile group of flowering plants, commonly grown for their vibrant and…
Stevia
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Stevia is a tender, leafy herb grown for its intensely sweet leaves. Native to parts of Paraguay and Brazil, it forms a branching, upright…
Sticky Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Sticky rice, also known as glutinous rice or sweet rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa), is a unique variety of rice cultivated primarily in…
Sushi Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Sushi rice, primarily associated with Japanese cuisine, is typically made from short-grain japonica rice, particularly varieties like…
Sweet Alyssum
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Sweet alyssum is a low-growing flowering plant in the mustard family, Brassicaceae. It forms a spreading mound of slender stems and small…
Sweet Pea
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) is a charming, fragrant annual climbing plant belonging to the legume family, Fabaceae. Known for its…
Swiss Chard
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla) is a leafy green vegetable known for its colorful stems and broad, edible leaves. Belonging to…
Thyme
- Mar 23 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–9
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a versatile, aromatic perennial herb belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Originally native to the…
Tomatillo
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Tomatillo is a warm-season vegetable grown for its small, round fruit, which develops inside a papery husk. A member of the nightshade…
Tomato
- Apr 6 – Apr 26
- Full sun
- Moderate water
The tomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum) is a popular annual crop belonging to the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is widely cultivated…
Wehani Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
Wehani rice is a unique variety of whole grain rice, developed in the United States, specifically known for its nutty flavor and…
White Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
The White Rice plant, scientifically known as Oryza sativa, is a staple food crop predominantly cultivated in warm and humid regions…
Yarrow
- Mar 23 – Apr 12
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Yarrow is a hardy flowering perennial recognized by its flat-topped clusters of tiny flowers and soft, finely divided leaves. Its species…
Yellow Rice
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- High water
The term "Yellow Rice" can refer to a few different things in gardening, but it is most commonly associated with the variety of rice known…
Zinnia
- Apr 20 – May 10
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Zinnias are vibrant, annual flowering plants belonging to the Asteraceae family. They are native to Mexico and the southwestern United…
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Arugula
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Arugula, also known as Eruca sativa, is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which includes other popular plants…
Barley
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Barley is a cereal grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is characterized by its elongated, slender stalks and…
Chervil
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is an annual herb belonging to the parsley family (Apiaceae) and is often used in culinary applications…
Farro
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Farro is the culinary name most often applied to emmer wheat, an ancient domesticated grain, although the label is also used for einkorn…
Fava Bean
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
The Fava bean, also known as broad bean (Vicia faba), is a hardy annual legume cultivated for its edible seeds and young pods. This plant…
Indian Paintbrush
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja spp.) is a flowering plant belonging to the Orobanchaceae family, known for its distinctive and vibrant…
Kohlrabi
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Kohlrabi, also known as turnip cabbage, is a member of the Brassica oleracea species, which includes relatives like cabbage, broccoli, and…
Komatsuna
- Apr 20 – Jun 21
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Komatsuna, also known as Japanese mustard spinach or tender green, is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which…
Mache
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Mâche is a small, cool-season leafy vegetable also known as lamb’s lettuce or corn salad. It forms a low rosette of tender, spoon-shaped…
Mizuna
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. japonica) is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the mustard family (Brassicaceae). Originally from East…
Mustard Greens
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Mustard greens are leafy green vegetables that belong to the Brassica family, which includes cabbage, kale, and broccoli. The scientific…
Oats
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Oats are a species of cereal grain that belong to the genus Avena. They are primarily cultivated for their seeds, which are commonly used…
Pea
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
The pea plant, scientifically known as Pisum sativum, is a cool-season legume that belongs to the family Fabaceae. Recognized for its…
Poppy
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
The Poppy plant, belonging to the family Papaveraceae, is a fascinating and diverse group of flowering plants known for their striking…
Radish
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
The radish (Raphanus sativus) is a fast-growing, cool-season root vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which also includes…
Rapini
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Rapini, also known as broccoli rabe (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa), is a leafy green vegetable distinct for its slightly bitter flavor and…
Rye
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Rye is a cereal grain that is part of the wheat tribe (Triticeae). It is grown extensively as a grain for both human consumption and…
Snap Pea
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Snap peas (Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon) are a type of edible-podded pea known for their sweet flavor and crisp texture. They are a…
Snow Pea
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
The Snow Pea plant, scientifically known as Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon, is a popular edible variety of pea. Recognized for its flat…
Spelt
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Spelt is a type of hulled wheat grown for its edible grain. It is often treated as a distinct species, although some botanical…
Spinach
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a leafy green flowering plant native to central and southwestern Asia. It belongs to the Amaranthaceae…
Sweet Pea
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) is a charming, fragrant annual climbing plant belonging to the legume family, Fabaceae. Known for its…
Tatsoi
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Tatsoi (Brassica rapa subsp. narinosa) is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassica family, which also includes cabbage, kale, and…
Triticale
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Triticale is a cereal grain created by crossing wheat (Triticum) with rye (Secale). Breeders developed it to combine wheat’s grain yield…
Wheat
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Wheat is a cereal grain that belongs to the grass family. The plant is cultivated worldwide and is one of the most important staple foods…
Plant out
Alder
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–8
Alder refers to a group of hardy, deciduous trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Alnus, part of the birch family (Betulaceae). With…
American Sycamore
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) is a robust deciduous tree native to Eastern and Central North America. Known for its…
Birch
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
Birch trees, belonging to the genus Betula, are deciduous trees and shrubs renowned for their distinctive bark, delicate leaves, and…
European Chestnut
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–8
The European Chestnut (Castanea sativa) is a deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of Southern Europe, primarily found in areas…
Hickory
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Hickory is a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known scientifically as Carya. Native to North America and parts of Asia, hickories are…
Larch
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–6
Larch refers to a group of coniferous trees belonging to the genus Larix, commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike most conifers…
Nectarine
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The nectarine is a smooth-skinned form of peach grown for its sweet, juicy fruit. It belongs to the rose family and is botanically very…
Peach
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The peach is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Rosaceae family. Known for its soft, juicy flesh and a fuzzy exterior, peaches are a…
Pear
- Apr 20 – Jun 21
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The common pear is a deciduous fruit tree grown for its sweet, juicy fruit. It typically reaches 5–15 metres tall if left unpruned…
Ribes
- Apr 20 – Jun 7
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Ribes is a genus of flowering plants that includes currants and gooseberries, which are popular among amateur gardeners for their edible…
Sycamore Maple
- Apr 20 – May 24
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–7
The Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus), also known as the European Sycamore, is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western…
Autumn planting
Brussels Sprouts
- Apr 13 – May 17
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) are a biennial vegetable, commonly grown as an annual, and belong to the Brassicaceae…
Savoy Cabbage
- Apr 27 – Jun 14
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Savoy cabbage is a type of leafy vegetable belonging to the Brassica oleracea species, which also includes other cabbages, kale, and…