Here is a schedule for starting seeds indoors, relative to your frost-free date. It assumes you will have good indoor seed-starting conditions so that seeds germinate fast and grow quickly. If you can't provide the ideal environment, start sooner.
Weeks before frost-free date |
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| 10-12 | Asparagus |
| Artichoke | |
| Celery / Celeriac |
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| Leeks and Onions | |
| 8-9 | Eggplant |
| Pepper | |
| Tomato | |
| 6-7 | Endive / Escarole |
| Lettuce | |
| 4-5 | Broccoli / Cabbage / Cauliflower |
| Collards | |
| Kale | |
| Kohlrabi | |
| Okra | |
| Spinach | |
| Swiss Chard | |
| 3-4 | Cucumbers |
| Melons |
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| Pumpkins | |
| Squash | |
| Watermelon |