Sow
Seeds that can go directly into the bed for the selected month.
Planting calendar
Planting calendar for raised beds
A planting calendar helps keep the bed productive before, during, and after the main summer crop window.
Spring
Start with cool-season greens, roots, peas, onions, kale, and cilantro as local conditions allow.
Summer
Move into tomatoes, peppers, beans, cucumbers, basil, and zucchini when nights are warm.
Fall
Use late summer and early fall for another round of greens, roots, cilantro, peas, and kale.
Transplant
Starts that are commonly moved into the garden during that window.
Harvest
Crops that may be ready so you can plan replacements.
Frequently asked questions
Should I follow a calendar exactly?
No. Use it as a planning starting point, then adjust for your frost dates, weather, variety, and microclimate.
Sources and local checks
Use these pages as planning starting points, then confirm exact dates with local frost-date and extension guidance.
- USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
- University extension vegetable gardening resources
Next step
Open the monthly sowing calendar and choose the month closest to your planting window. Open the calculator with these defaults, or check the monthly sowing calendar before you plant.