September is a great time to plant certain vegetables, herbs, flowers, and shrubs. Here are some options:
Vegetables and herbs:
- Radishes
- Carrots
- Snow peas
- Sugar snap peas
- Lettuce
- Arugula
- Beets
- Broccoli (in warmer zones)
- Garlic
- Collard greens
- Mache
- Mustard greens
- Spinach
- Sage
- Chamomile
Flowers and shrubs:
- Blueberries
- Peonies
- Asters
- Calendulas
- Chrysanthemums
- Garlic (also a vegetable)
- Cilantro
Its important to keep in mind the hardiness zone you live in when selecting what to plant. Some plants may not thrive in certain zones. Additionally, its recommended to remove all mulch and try using a plastic sheet to trap heat into the soil to keep it warm. By planting in September, you can still take advantage of your garden this fall and have a bountiful harvest before the first frost in most gardening zones.
