What to plant in July, zone 8a

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

Fall planting

Plant these for fall and overwintering this month:

Brussels SproutsJuly 11

Harvest

Expect to harvest these this month:

ParsnipJune 16 to July 13
PumpkinJune 7 to August 10
Sweet CornMay 28 to July 11
WatermelonJune 22 to July 11

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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.