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Zone 1 Vegetable Planting Guide Posted on 13 Jan 13:31 , 0 comments

Zone 1 vegetable gardening will take a bit of planning ahead. With a last frost date of approx June 1st and first frost date of approx July 31st, you might be limited in what you can grow outside. First and last frost days may vary by 2 weeks (or more depending on the weather).


Since the growing period for Zone 1 is so short, it is recommended that you start seeds indoors. A simple setup might be a shop light over a table or as elaborate as a heated greenhouse or multiple racks with lights.

We hope that our USDA Zone Specific planting guide with be a helpful tool in your garden planning and planting!



Asparagus, Artichoke and Rhubarb take approx 1 year to mature from seed so if you intend to grow from seed you'll need a bit more room.  Asparagus should be planted in the ground so it's not recommended for this zone.

 

Easy varieties to grow indoors include: Arugula, Sprouting Broccoli, Chinese Cabbage, Lettuce, Kale, Spinach and Swiss Chard.

 

Growing indoors allows you to produce and eat fresh green year-round!

 

Mid-Late MARCH

 

Start Seeds Indoors: Cabbage, Celery, Swiss Chard, Endive, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Peppers and Spinach




APRIL

Start Seeds Inside or outside: Arugula, Basil, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Chives, Cilantro, Collards, Corn, Cucumber, Dill, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Onion, Parsley, Peas, Radish, Rhubarb, Spinach, Summer Squash, Winter Squash and Tomatoes.

A greenhouse can extend your growing options


MAY



Start Seeds indoors: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole and snap, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collards, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet, Cucumber, Endive, Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Parsley, Parsnips, Peas, Pumpkin, Radish, Rhubarb, Rutabaga, Spinach and Summer Squash

Plant all herb and flower seeds outside

Transplant: all remaining indoor seedlings

JUNE

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Rutabaga, Spinach and Summer Squash


JULY

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Lettuce, Beets (for greens), Kale 





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USDA Zone Specific Planting Guide & More Posted on 12 Jan 07:57 , 2 comments

Welcome to Mary's Heirloom Seeds!
 
As promised, we have a new planting guide for 2019 with more growing tips than ever!  This is a great guide to help you plan your garden.  
What's different about our 2019?  We've decided to switch to a USDA zone specific SEED planting guide instead of region-specific.  


Each of the zones list below are links to the full planting guide. Click the text or the image to see the planting guide


FLORIDA









 

UPDATE 1/13/19:

ZONE 1


Now that we've covered our USDA zone-specific planting guide, below you will find additional planting info such as plant spacing and growing tutorials.


PLANT SPACING

Plant Spacing Chart for Veggies

Square Foot Garden Plant Spacing Chart



RAISED BED GARDENING

Build Your Own Raised Beds & GROW

Soil Recipes for Raised Bed Gardens




CONTAINER GARDENING

Start A Bucket Garden 

Growing In Containers

VIDEO: Create a Bucket Garden

VIDEO: Planting Garlic in Containers



SEED STARTING

VIDEO: Seed Starting Made Simple 

VIDEO: Seed Starting with Coconut Coir Pellets 

Tips for Seed Starting

Seed Starting with Coconut Coir Pellets 

Using Coconut Coir in the Garden 

VIDEO: Using Coconut Coir in the Garden



GROWING FOOD

Best Veggies for Homestead Gardens

Feeding a Family from the Garden
(how much to plant)

Grow Your Own Salsa Garden with Recipe

 



TRANSPLANTING SEEDLINGS

Hardening Off Seedlings

VIDEO:  Transplanting Seedlings



FEEDING YOUR PLANTS

Feeding Your Plants-Updated

DIY Fertilizer Mix for a Liquid Feed

VIDEO: DIY Organic Liquid Fertilizer

Using Calcium in the Garden

DIY Alfalfa Meal Tea

VIDEO: DIY Alfalfa Meal Tea

Kelp Meal Tea Recipe

VIDEO: Using Azomite in the Garden

 

 

DIY IDEAS FOR THE GARDEN

DIY Tomato Cages Tutorial


GROWING ON A BUDGET VIDEOS 

Growing on a Budget
Composting
Get the Scoop on Using Poop
Using Horse Manure
Using Goat Manure
Seed Starting Indoors 
Recycled Containers for Seed Starting

 

 

PEST CONTROL

Companion Planting

VIDEO:  Companion Planting with Borage

Pest Control & Prevention in the Garden

Identifying Common Garden Pests

Identifying Common "Good Bugs"

Organic Pest Control part 1

Organic Pest Control part 2

Organic Pest Control part 3

Using Organic Neem Oil in the Garden

VIDEO: Using Food Grade DE in the Garden


GARLIC

When to Plant Garlic

How to Plant Organic Garlic

Harvesting & Curing Organic Garlic


POTATOES

Planting & Growing Organic Potatoes

When to Plant Potatoes: A State-Specific Guide


SEED SAVING

Seed Saving Part 1
Saving & Storing Garden Seeds for Next Season


SEED SAVING VIDEOS

Seed Saving Intro
Harvesting Squash Seeds
Harvesting Okra Seeds
Harvesting Swiss Chard Seeds


We will update this list as we add to our youtube channel and articles posted here on our website.  If you have specific garden or seed related questions, please contact us via email at MARY@MARYSHEIRLOOMSEEDS.COM



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Zone 10 Vegetable Planting Guide Posted on 12 Jan 07:49 , 8 comments

Zones 10 has a long growing window for gardening. With a last frost date of January 30th or earlier and first frost date as late as November 30th to December 30th. First and last frost days may vary by 2 weeks (or more depending on the weather).


If you'd like to get a jump-start on Spring and Fall planting, it is possible to extend your season by starting seeds indoors. A simple setup might be a shop light over a table or as elaborate as a heated greenhouse or multiple racks with lights.

We hope that our USDA Zone Specific SEED planting guide with be a helpful tool in your garden planning and planting!

 


JANUARY

Start seeds indoors or outside: Arugula, Asparagus, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Chinese Cabbage, Collards, Eggplant, Endive, Lettuce, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Mustard, Bunching Onion, Parsley, Peas, Peppers, Radish, Tomatoes, Turnips and Watermelon

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS

 

 

FEBRUARY

Start seeds indoors or outside: Arugula, BEANS, Beets, Broccoli, Cantalope, Carrots, Celery, Chard, Chinese Cabbage, Collards, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Endive, Lettuce, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Melons, Mustard, Onion, Parsley, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Summer Spinach (malabar), Summer & Winter Squash, Tomatoes, Turnips and Watermelon

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS

 

 

 

MARCH

Start seeds outside: Arugula, BEANS, Beets, Cantalope, Carrots, Chard, Chinese Cabbage, Collards, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Endive, Lettuce, Kohlrabi, Mustard, OKRA, Peas, Southern Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Summer & Winter Squash, Cherry Tomatoes and Turnips

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS

Transplant: all remaining indoor seedlings

 

 

APRIL

Start seeds outside:  BEANS, Cantalope, Chard,  OKRA and Southern Peas

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS



MAY


Start seeds outside:  OKRA and Southern Peas


JUNE


Start seeds outside:   OKRA and Southern Peas


JULY

Start seeds outside:   OKRA and Southern Peas

 



AUGUST

Plant Seeds outside or indoors for Fall: Beans, Celery, Collards,  Corn, Eggplant, Okra, Bunching Onion Southern Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Summer Squash and Winter Squash, Tomatoes, Turnips and Watermelon

 

SEPTEMBER

Plant Seeds outside for Fall: Arugula, Bush Beans, Broccoli,  Cabbage, Celery, Chives, Collards, Corn, Cucumber, Eggplant, Endive, Kale, Leek, Lettuce, Mustard, Peas, Southern Peas, Pepper, Summer Squash, Radish, Tomato and Turnips

Plant all HERB and FLOWER seeds outside

 

 

OCTOBER

Plant Seeds outside: Arugula, Beans, Beets, BroccoliCabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chinese Cabbage, Chives, Collards, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Lettuce, Mustard, Parsley, Peas,  Radish, Spinach and Turnips

 

 

 

NOVEMBER

Plant Seeds outside for Fall: Arugula, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chinese Cabbage, Chives, Collards, Endive, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard, Onion, Parsley, Peas,  Radish, Spinach and Turnips

 

 

DECEMBER

Plant Seeds outside for Fall: Arugula, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chinese Cabbage, Chives, Collards, Endive, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard, Onion, Parsley, Peas and Radish

 

 

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Zone 9 Vegetable Planting Guide Posted on 12 Jan 06:29 , 8 comments

Zones 9 has a long growing window for gardening. With a last frost date of January 30th or earlier and first frost date as late as November 30th to December 30th. First and last frost days may vary by 2 weeks (or more depending on the weather).


If you'd like to get a jump-start on Spring and Fall planting, it is possible to extend your season by starting seeds indoors. A simple setup might be a shop light over a table or as elaborate as a heated greenhouse or multiple racks with lights.

We hope that our USDA Zone Specific SEED planting guide with be a helpful tool in your garden planning and planting!

 



JANUARY

Start seeds indoors or outside: Arugula, Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chinese Cabbage, Lettuce, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Mustard, Bunching Onion, Parsley, Peas, Radish, Spinach and Turnips

 

FEBRUARY

Start seeds indoors or outside: Arugula, Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Chinese Cabbage, Collards, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Endive, Lettuce, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Mustard, Bunching Onion, Parsley, Peas, Peppers, Radish, Spinach, Tomatoes and Turnips

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS

 

MARCH

Start seeds outside: Arugula, BEANS, Beets, Cantalope, Carrots, Celery, Chard, Chinese Cabbage, Collards, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Endive, Lettuce, Kohlrabi, Leek, Melons, Mustard, Onion, OKRA, Parsley, Peas, Southern Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Summer & Winter Squash, Tomatoes and Watermelon

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS


 

APRIL

Start seeds outside: Arugula, BEANS, Beets, Cantalope, Chard, Collards, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Melons, Mustard, OKRA, Southern Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Summer & Winter Squash, Tomatoes and Watermelon

HERBS & WILDFLOWERS

Transplant: all remaining indoor seedlings



MAY


Start Seeds outside: Chard, Eggplant, EndiveOkra, Southern Peas,  Peppers, PumpkinSummer Squash & Winter Squash and Cherry Tomato 

Plant all HERB and FLOWER seeds outside


JUNE


Start Seeds outside in early June: Lima Beans, Chard, Eggplant, Okra, Southern Peas and Peppers

There's still time to plant some HERBS and WILDFLOWER seeds!


JULY

Start Seeds outside: Eggplant, Okra, Southern Peas and Watermelon



AUGUST

Plant Seeds outside or indoors for Fall: Arugula, Bush BeansBroccoli, Cauliflower, Chives, Collards, Corn, Cucumber, Bunching Onion, Southern Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Summer Squash and Winter SquashTomatoes, Turnips and Watermelon

 

SEPTEMBER

Plant Seeds outside for Fall: Arugula, Bush Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chives, Collards, Cucumber, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Lettuce, Mustard, Onion, Parsley, Summer Squash, Radish and Turnips

Plant all HERB and FLOWER seeds outside

 

 

OCTOBER

Plant Seeds outside for Fall: Arugula, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chinese Cabbage, Chives, Collards, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leek, Lettuce, Mustard, Onion, Parsley, Radish, Spinach and Turnips

 

 

NOVEMBER

Plant Seeds outside: Arugula, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chinese Cabbage, Collards, Kohlrabi, Leek, Lettuce, Mustard, Onion, Parsley, Radish and Spinach

 

DECEMBER

Plant Seeds outside: Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Chinese Cabbage, Kohlrabi, Leek, Mustard, Onion, Parsley and Radish

 

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Zone 6 Vegetable Planting Guide Posted on 9 Dec 09:20 , 6 comments

Zone 6 has slightly longer growing window for gardening compared to Zones 3 and 4. With a last frost date as early as March 30th and first frost date as late as September 30th. First and last frost days may vary by 2 weeks (or more depending on the weather).


If you'd like to get a jump-start on Spring and Fall planting, it is possible to extend your season by starting seeds indoors. A simple setup might be a shop light over a table or as elaborate as a heated greenhouse or multiple racks with lights.

We hope that our USDA Zone Specific SEED planting guide with be a helpful tool in your garden planning and planting!




FEBRUARY


Start seeds indoors: Asparagus, Celery and Onion


MARCH


Start seeds indoors: Arugula, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Eggplant, Kale, Lettuce, Okra, Peppers and Rosemary




APRIL

Start Seeds indoors: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, lima and dry, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Cucumber, Eggplant, Kale, Lettuce, Okra, Onions, Peas, Peppers, Rosemary, Spinach and Tomatoes

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Asparagus, Basil, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cilantro, Collards, Dill, Endive, Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Onion, Oregano, Parsley, Peas, Radish, Rhubarb, Spinach and Turnips

Plant all herb and flower seeds inside or outside depending on weather

Transplant: Asparagus, Celery and Onion

MAY


Start Seeds indoors: Beans: bush, pole, snap and Lima, Cabbage (late), Corn, Cucumber, Onion, Pumpkin, Squash and Watermelon

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, (mid to late May) Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cantalope, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collards, Cucumber, Eggplant, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Melons, Muskmelon, Onion, Parsley, Parsnips, Peas: Garden, snap and Southern, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Rhubarb, Rutabaga, Spinach, Summer Squash & Winter Squash, Tomato, Turnip and Watermelon

Plant all herb and flower seeds outside

Transplant: all remaining indoor seedlings

JUNE


Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Chard, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet, Cucumber, Melons, Muskmelon, Okra, Onions (bunching), Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Rutabaga, Summer Spinach (malabar), Summer Squash & Winter Squash, Tomato and Watermelon

There's still time to plant HERBS and WILDFLOWER seeds!


JULY

Start Seeds outside: Beans: bush, Chard, Corn and Cherry Tomatoes

 

Start Seeds indoors (for Fall): Broccoli, Kale, Lettuce, Peas and Spinach



AUGUST

Plant Seeds outside or indoors: Arugula, Bush Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Carrots, Chives, Kohlrabi, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard, Radish, Peas, Spinach and Turnips

 

SEPTEMBER:

Plant seeds outside: Arugula, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Onion sets, Radish and Spinach

 



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Zone 4 Vegetable Planting Guide Posted on 26 Nov 09:45 , 6 comments

Zone 4 has one of the shortest growing window for gardening in the US, With a last frost date of approx May 15th and first frost date of approx September 15. First and last frost days may vary by 2 weeks (or more depending on the weather).


Since the growing period for Zone 4 is so short, it is possible to extend your season by starting seeds indoors. A simple setup might be a shop light over a table or as elaborate as a heated greenhouse or multiple racks with lights.

We hope that our USDA Zone Specific SEED planting guide with be a helpful tool in your garden planning and planting!




FEBRUARY


Start seeds indoors for a greenhouse: Asparagus, Celery and Onion


MARCH


Start seeds indoors: Arugula, Asparagus, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Eggplant, Lettuce, Okra, Onion, Peppers and Rosemary




APRIL

Start Seeds indoors: Arugula, Cabbage, Eggplant, Okra, Peppers, Rosemary and Tomatoes

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Basil, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cilantro, Collards, Dill, Endive, Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Onion, Oregano, Parsley, Peas, Radish, Rhubarb, Spinach and Turnips

Plant all herb and flower seeds outside

Transplant: Asparagus, Celery and Onion

MAY


Start Seeds indoors: Cabbage (late)

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collards, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet, Cucumber, Endive, Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Melons, Muskmelon, Parsley, Parsnips, Peas, Pumpkin, Radish, Rhubarb, Rutabaga, Spinach, Summer Squash & Winter Squash, Tomato, Turnip and Watermelon

Plant all herb and flower seeds outside

Transplant: all remaining indoor seedlings

JUNE

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet, Cucumber, Eggplant, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Melons, Muskmelon, Okra, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Rutabaga, Summer Spinach (malabar), Summer Squash & Winter Squash, Tomato and Watermelon


JULY

Start Seeds outside: Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Chard, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet, Kale and Okra


AUGUST

Plant Seeds outside: Arugula, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Radish, Spinach and Turnips



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Zone 3 Vegetable Planting Guide Posted on 26 Nov 08:38 , 1 comment

Zone 3 has the shortest growing window for gardening in the continental US, With a last frost date of approx May 15th and first frost date of approx September 15.  First and last frost days may vary by 2 weeks (or more depending on the weather).


Since the growing period for Zone 3 is so short, it is possible to extend your season by starting seeds indoors.  A simple setup might be a shop light over a table or as elaborate as a heated greenhouse or multiple racks with lights.

We hope that our USDA Zone Specific SEED planting guide with be a helpful tool in your garden planning and planting!




FEBRUARY


Start seeds indoors for a greenhouse: Asparagus, Celery and Onion


MARCH


Start seeds indoors: Arugula, Asparagus, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Eggplant, Lettuce, Okra, Onion, Peppers and Rosemary




APRIL

Start Seeds indoors: Arugula, CabbageEggplant, Okra, Peppers, Rosemary and Tomatoes

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Basil, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cilantro, Collards, Dill, Endive, Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Onion, Oregano, Parsley, Peas, Radish, Rhubarb, Spinach and Turnips

Plant all herb and flower seeds outside

Transplant: Asparagus, Celery and Onion
 
MAY


Start Seeds indoors: Cabbage (late)

Start Seeds outside:  Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Collards, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet,  Cucumber, Endive, Horseradish, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Melons, Muskmelon, Parsley, Parsnips, Peas, Pumpkin, Radish, Rhubarb, Rutabaga, Spinach, Summer Squash & Winter Squash, Tomato, Turnip and Watermelon

Plant all herb and flower seeds outside

Transplant: all remaining indoor seedlings

 
JUNE

Start Seeds outside: Arugula, Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet,  Cucumber, Eggplant, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Melons, Muskmelon, Okra, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radish, Rutabaga, Summer Spinach (malabar), Summer Squash & Winter Squash, Tomato and Watermelon


JULY 

Start Seeds outside:  Beans: bush, pole, snap and lima, Beets, Chard, Corn: dent, field, popcorn & sweet, Kale and Okra 


AUGUST

Plant Seeds outside:  Arugula, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Radish, Spinach and Turnips



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