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seattle planting calendar

seattle planting calendar

Planting Dates for Spring

CropBased on Frost Dates Based on Moon Dates
Start Seeds IndoorsPlant Seedlings or Transplants
Swiss ChardFeb 2-16 Feb 11-16Feb 23-Mar 2 Feb 23-27
ThymeJan 5-Feb 2 Jan 13-28Mar 17-Apr 7 Mar 17-28
TomatoesJan 19-Feb 2 Jan 19-28Mar 24-Apr 14 Mar 24-28, Apr 11-14

  1. When should I plant my garden in Seattle?
  2. What can I plant now in the Pacific Northwest?
  3. Is it too early to start planting?
  4. What can I plant right now in Washington state?
  5. What planting zone is Seattle?
  6. What grows well in Seattle?
  7. When should I plant tomatoes in Seattle?
  8. What's good to plant right now?
  9. What type of fruit trees grow best in Seattle?
  10. What happens if you plant too early?
  11. What month do you start planting seeds?
  12. Is April too late for seeds?
  13. When can you start planting in Washington state?
  14. When should I plant herbs in Seattle?
  15. What planting zone is Washington State?
  16. When can I plant in Zone 8b?
  17. What is Zone 8b?
  18. What is Seattle's climate zone?
  19. What can I plant in Seattle in June?
  20. When should I plant vegetables in Seattle?
  21. Where can I buy plants in Seattle?

When should I plant my garden in Seattle?

When to Plant Vegetables in Seattle Tacoma, WA

CropSow seeds indoorsTransplant seedlings into the garden
KaleJan 14 - Jan 28Feb 25 - Mar 10
KohlrabiJan 14 - Jan 28Feb 25 - Mar 10
LettuceJan 14 - Jan 28Feb 11 - Mar 10
MustardJan 14 - Jan 28Feb 25 - Mar 10

What can I plant now in the Pacific Northwest?

Growing vegetables in the Pacific Northwest coastal region

Is it too early to start planting?

Seeds sown too early will result in bigger plants which then need to be potted up into bigger containers which quickly take over your seed starting area/house and cost you more money is potting soil, organic fertilizer and pots. ... Tomato plants grow and yield best when they are transplanted before they begin to flower.

What can I plant right now in Washington state?

Fall and Winter Vegetable Gardens for Western Washington

What planting zone is Seattle?

Seattle, Washington is in USDA Hardiness Zones 8b and 9a.

What grows well in Seattle?

Some of the easier vegetables to grow in Seattle are potatoes, asparagus, carrots, lettuce, cherry tomatoes and summer squashes. If you're looking to bloom the perfect flower, try pansies, daffodils and tulips. Many Seattle gardeners suggest planting flowers indoors starting in February and transplanting them later.

When should I plant tomatoes in Seattle?

Timing: Tomatoes can usually go into the ground by mid-May, when soil temperatures reach 50 degrees. “I've found that late and early planted tomatoes usually end up pretty much the same,” says Prestbo.

What's good to plant right now?

15 Vegetables You Can Plant Now for Fall Harvest

What type of fruit trees grow best in Seattle?

While “fruit tree” is a large and diverse category, most fruit trees planted in Seattle-area backyards are apples, plums and pears. Even within this limited category, the harvest season can span four months.

What happens if you plant too early?

Planting too early in cooler temperatures can cause stunted growth, wilting, surface pitting, foliage necrosis and increased susceptibility to disease. Low soil temperatures can stunt plant growth and prevent root development. Most summer vegetables like soil temperatures of between 55 and 65 degrees.

What month do you start planting seeds?

The best time to start seeds is usually late March to late May. Only the southern zones are suitable for starting plants from seed in the earlier months. Give the plant enough time to germinate and grow to an appropriate transplant size.

Is April too late for seeds?

April is finally here meaning that your garden soil is finally warming up! April is the best time to plant most of your vegetable seeds after your last frost. It's still not too late to plant tomatoes and peppers from seeds as well. Be sure to check your gardening zone for last frost dates.

When can you start planting in Washington state?

For most crops, you should start seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date. This gives the plants plenty of time to grow large and healthy enough to survive their eventual transplanting to the garden.

When should I plant herbs in Seattle?

Planting and maintaining a happy little herb garden in Seattle is easy if you know which herbs are most likely to thrive here. And May is the ideal time to establish a new herb garden because it's typically well past the last frost date.

What planting zone is Washington State?

Washington growing zones are wide-ranging and can be anywhere from 4a to 9a, although much of the state falls into the 6a (on the eastern half of the state) to 9a (on the western half) range.

When can I plant in Zone 8b?

For spring and summer crops, zone 8 vegetable gardening can start as early as the first days of February. That's the time to start seeds indoors for cool weather vegetables. Be sure to get your seeds early so that you can follow the vegetable planting guide for zone 8.

What is Zone 8b?

Zone 8b means that the average minimum winter temperature is 15 to 20 °F. ... When you purchase a plant that is described as “hardy to zone 8”, it means that the plant can withstand a range of minimum temperatures (zone 8a and 8b) from 10 °F to 20 °F .

What is Seattle's climate zone?

Seattle has a temperate climate, classified in the Mediterranean zone by the main climatic classification (Köppen: Csb) but some sources put the city in the oceanic zone (Cfb). It has cool, wet winters and mild, relatively dry summers, covering characteristics of both.

What can I plant in Seattle in June?

Plant Edible Crops Now If You Haven't Already

You can sow these seeds directly into the soil for best performance: beans, beets, carrots, collards, corn, parsnip, pumpkins, radishes, salads, scallions, leeks, swiss chard.

When should I plant vegetables in Seattle?

3. It's the timing... and the weather

Where can I buy plants in Seattle?

Our list of breathtaking Seattle-area botanical gardens has you covered.

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