Seasonal Planting Calendar (by region/zone)

Plan sowing, transplanting, and harvest windows by USDA zone (1–13) & subzone (a/b). Select your zone, season, and optional frost dates, then tap Show Calendar. This compact Seasonal Planting Calendar (by region/zone) is tuned for raised beds, in-ground, and containers.

Don’t know your zone? Quick estimate by typical coldest winter night

This is a rough guide. For precise zoning, see your national hardiness map or local extension office. Adjust for elevation, wind, and urban heat.

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Select zone + season, then press Show Calendar.

How to use this Seasonal Planting Calendar (by region/zone)

Pick your zone & subzone, select a season, and add frost dates for date-precise sowing and transplant windows. The calendar converts “weeks before/after frost” into exact dates so you can plan successions and harvests with confidence.

If you’re unsure of your zone, use the quick estimator above or check an official hardiness map. For balcony or patio growers, this Seasonal Planting Calendar (by region/zone) still applies—containers often run a little warmer, so monitor moisture and heat closely.

Pro tips for higher yields

  • Succession-sow: replant salads/roots every 2–3 weeks.
  • Heat management: use shade cloth for greens in summer.
  • Soil temps: warm-season crops prefer ≥60–65°F (15.5–18°C) soil.
  • Microclimates: raised beds warm faster; windbreaks reduce stress.

This guide supports home growers across climates. Always adapt to your variety and local weather. Bookmark and reuse this Seasonal Planting Calendar (by region/zone) each season for consistent results.