Planting Seeds in August in the Continental US

I'm serious!  There are plenty of seed varieties to plant during August!  I'm going to share this by region (not zone) to simplify things.  Last week I planted over 100 pepper plants in South Florida.  It's HOT here so tomatoes and peppers can be grown during the fall/winter months.

All of this information can be found at Mother Earth News

Yes, There may be other varieties to plant during the month of August.  Yes, I would love to hear what else you are planting in YOUR region!

Gulf Coast (all of Florida):
Peppers!!!  Beans, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Corn, Cucumber, Leeks, Lettuce, Peas, Pumpkins, Summer and Winter Squash, Watermelon and HERBS!!!

Southwest:
Beans, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Chinese Cabbage (pak choy),  Corn Cucumber, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Onions, Peas, Rutabaga, Spinach and Tomatoes.  Herbs!

Pacific Northwest:
Arugula, Beets, Carrots, Celery, Lettuce, Radish, Rutabaga, Scallions, Spinach and Turnips.  Herbs!

North Central Rockies:
Arugula, Beets, Kale, Lettuce, Radish, Spinach and Turnips. Herbs!

For the Central Midwest:
Arugula, beets, Carrots, Chard, Chinese Cabbage (pak choy), Kale, Lettuce, peas, Radish, Spinach and Turnips.  Herbs!

Southern Interior:
Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Chinese Cabbage (pak choy) Cucumber, Kale, Lettuce, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Rutabaga, Summer Squash, spinach and Turnips.  Herbs!

Mid-Atlantic:
Beets, Carrots, Collards, Kale, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Rutabaga, Scallions, Spinach and Turnips. Herbs!

Maritime Canada and New England:
Arugula, Beans, Beets, Carrots, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Mustard, Radish, Spinach and Turnips. Basil!


Don't worry if you're just getting started on planting seeds.  Check out Seed-Starting Tips for how I ensure the best germination of my Heirloom Seeds.

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