What to Plant in Spring: A Month-by-Month Guide

Spring is the garden’s starting gun, but the timing varies more than beginners expect, and planting too early is the classic mistake. A month-by-month plan keeps you on schedule.

The season starts with cold-hardy crops and builds toward tender ones as the soil warms. Knowing what goes in when is the difference between an early harvest and a failed one.

• Early spring suits peas, spinach, and lettuce
• Mid-spring adds root crops like carrots and beets
• Late spring is when tomatoes and peppers go in
• Watch your last frost date before planting tender crops