Friday, August 16, 2013

What to plant in September and October

August is the key month for getting crops planted for a fall harvest. But sometimes your garden is still full in August. Here's what you can plant after your summer crops finish:

September
Artichoke (rootstock)
Broccoli (seedlings)
Cabbage (seedlings)
Carrots (seeds)
Cabbage (seedlings)
Cauliflower (seedlings) week 1 & 2
Chard
Fava beans
Lettuce
Mustard greens: week 1 & 2
Parsnips (seeds)
Radishes (seeds)
Spinach
Turnip (seeds)

October
Artichoke (rootstock)
Carrots (seeds)
Chard
Fava beans
Garlic: week 2 & 3
Lettuce
Onion (seeds)
Parsnips (seeds)
Peas
Radish (seeds)
Shallots (sets)
Spinach: week 1 & 2

[suggestions compiled from Golden Gate Gardening and Krank Press Bay Area Gardening Calendar. They have differing suggestions- both are included. See what works for you!]