What to plant in August, zone 8a

In zone 8a, the typical last spring frost is March 29 and the first fall frost is November 7. Here is your August checklist.

Fall planting

Plant these for fall and overwintering this month:

CabbageAugust 29 to October 3
CauliflowerAugust 29 to October 3
CollardsAugust 8
LettuceAugust 8 to September 12
SpinachAugust 29 to October 3

Harvest

Expect to harvest these this month:

PumpkinJune 7 to August 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.