What to plant in August, zone 7a

In zone 7a, the typical last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 25. Here is your August checklist.

Fall planting

Plant these for fall and overwintering this month:

CabbageAugust 16 to September 20
CauliflowerAugust 16 to September 20
KaleAugust 23 to September 27
LettuceJuly 26 to August 30
SpinachAugust 16 to September 20

Harvest

Expect to harvest these this month:

PumpkinJune 25 to August 28

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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.