Here’s a general Autumn & Winter Planting Calendar

Here’s a general Autumn & Winter Planting Calendar for cool-season crops, organized by month. Adjust timings based on your specific climate zone (temperate, subtropical, Mediterranean, etc.).


Autumn Planting (March–May in Southern Hemisphere / September–November in Northern Hemisphere)

Early Autumn:

  • Leafy Greens: Spinach, lettuce, kale, Swiss chard, mustard greens.
  • Brassicas: Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts (start early for maturity before frost).
  • Root Vegetables: Carrots, beets, radishes, turnips.
  • Alliums: Onions (from sets or seeds), garlic (plant late autumn for winter growth).

Mid-Late Autumn:

  • Peas & Broad Beans: Sow for early spring harvest in mild climates.
  • Herbs: Parsley, cilantro, dill (quick-growing before cold sets in).
  • Cover Crops: Clover, rye, or vetch to protect soil.

Winter Planting (June–August in Southern Hemisphere / December–February in Northern Hemisphere)

Mild Climates (No Hard Frost):

  • Leafy Greens: Winter lettuce, mizuna, tatsoi (cold-tolerant varieties).
  • Root Crops: Radishes, turnips, parsnips (slow-growing but sweet after frost).
  • Garlic & Shallots: Plant for harvest next summer.

Cold Climates (With Frost/Snow):

  • Indoor Starts: Begin seeds indoors for spring transplants (e.g., onions, leeks, early brassicas).
  • Protect Crops: Use cloches, row covers, or cold frames for overwintering spinach/kale.

Key Tips:

  1. Soil Prep: Add compost for nutrients and mulch to retain warmth.
  2. Frost Dates: Know your first/last frost dates to time planting.
  3. Daylight: Growth slows in winter; focus on hardy, short-season crops.

Would you like adjustments for a specific region or crop?

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