What to plant in April, zone 9a

In zone 9a, the typical last spring frost is March 2 and the first fall frost is November 26. Here is your April checklist.

Harvest

Expect to harvest these this month:

BeetApril 10 to May 7
CarrotApril 20 to May 27
CollardsApril 10 to April 30
Green Bean (Snap Bean)April 14 to April 24
RadishMarch 6 to April 2
ZucchiniApril 26 to May 10

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USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, 2023. USDA Agricultural Research Service / Oregon State University PRISM Group. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Zone dates are medians; local conditions vary.