Warm Winter / Frost-Free Areas
Zones: 9b–12
March can be peak garden season in these warm-winter zones. It is also a "pivot" month for gardening in much of the warmer parts of these zones. The risk of frost is over. Cool-season crops are in and doing well. March & April are the times to start transitioning from cool-season greens to heat-loving summer crops.
Indoors (fresh harvests):
- Microgreens: peas, broccoli, sunflowers, arugula.
- Sprouts: alfalfa, broccoli, radish, mung
- Herbs & greens under lights: chives, parsley, mint
Transplants to move outdoors (weather permitting - harden first): pepper, tomato, eggplant, melons, basil
Crops that can be directly sown outdoors in March: cucumber, squash, beans, corn, melons, okra, plus replanting for many greens and root crops
Cover crops: buckwheat, cow peas, sorghum
Tip: A SoCal zone 10 can be different from a Florida zone 10. Consider checking with your state Extension Service office for more specific recommendations and guidelines.
Use your USDA zone as a guide. Microclimates matter—coastal/urban spots run warmer; high elevation runs colder.
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Chervil - Curled - Microgreens Seeds
Anthiscus cerefolium Annual. 12 to 26 days Finely cut curled leaves. Parsley-like flavor with a hint of tarragon. Use for soups, egg dishes, fish and sauces. Aromatic leaves. Best to...
Bird Seed Mix (Organic) - Sprouting Seeds
Truly one of the best birdseed mixes available, the True Leaf Organic Bird Seed Mix features 12 varieties of Organic sprouting seeds for birds including Black Oil sunflower seeds, millet,...
Lettuce Seeds - Little Gem - Organic
Lactuca sativa . (50 days) Little Gem lettuce is a tiny single serving size lettuce with rich dark green Organic leaves and a sweet, buttery flavor. Non-astringent flavor makes them...
Tobacco Seeds - Connecticut Broadleaf
~55-60 Days from transplant to maturity. Nicotiana tabacum. Connecticut Broadleaf Tobacco Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to...
Bean Seeds - Bush - Pinto (Organic)
90-95 Days to maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris. Organic Pinto Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, organic, heirloom, bush, shelling bean. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Pinto...
Beet Seeds - Cylindra
55 days. The Cylindra beet is a variety of beet that originated in Denmark. Their long, cylindrical shape makes them ideal for anyone who wants a larger yield of beets...
Lentil - French (Organic) - Sprouting Seeds
2-3 Days to Harvest. Lens culinaris. Organic French Lentil Sprouting Seeds. Organic. Non-GMO. Sprouting. High Germination. Known traditionally as "Puy" lentils for having been grown exclusively in the Puy region...
Rhubarb Seeds - Victoria
Non-GMO Victoria Rhubarb Seeds are a perennial heirloom that you want to include in your garden. An open-pollinated strain, Victoria Rhubarb can be raised from seed. Juicy, large stalks are...
Eggplant Seeds - Black Beauty - Organic
Solanum melongena esculentum (80 days) Black Beauty Organic Eggplant has large, jet-black fruits that are egg-shaped and weigh 1-3 pounds. Was also know as "Imperial Black Beauty." Eggplant Seeds -...
Okra Seeds - Red Burgundy
Abelmoschus esculentus (80 days) Developed at Clemson University by Leon Robbins. Wow, magenta stems hold emerald green leaves that are the backdrop for intense purple pods, born from canary yellow...
Watermelon Seeds - Mini - Sugar Baby (Organic)
75-80 Days to maturity. Citrullus lanatus. Organic Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, heat tolerant, seeded, mini watermelon. Suitable for growing in garden plots and large containers...
Tomato Seeds - Cherry - Gardener's Delight
50-80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Gardeners Delight Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant...
Kale Seeds - Red Russian (Organic)
50 days. Brassica napus var. pabularia. Organic Red Russian Kale Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, heirloom, open-pollinated. This is suitable for containers, garden plots, raised beds, and fields. Classic “Ragged Jack/Buda”...
Seed Assortment - Culinary Herb
Grow your own fresh cooking herbs indoors year round. Add zest and flavor to your cooking, and enjoy the fun and benefits of indoor gardening. Nothing improves your cooking like...
Spinach Seeds - Green Vines Supreme Malabar
60 days. Basella alba. Green Vines Supreme Malabar Spinach Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season annual/perennial, heirloom, open-pollinated. This crop is suitable for trellised garden plots, raised beds, and large containers. This spinach...
Tobacco Seeds - Cigar Collection
The Cigar Seed Collection boasts a diverse assortment of three of the most popular tobacco varieties native to both the Caribbean and the famous Connecticut River Valley. Cuban Criollo 98...
Wildflower Seeds - Low Growing Mix
Annual and perennial mix. Low Growing Mix wildflower seeds grow a classic, vibrant yet modest spin on traditional wildflower mixes. Low Growing Mix seeds are a unique blend of small...
Celeriac Seeds - Giant Prague
110-120 Days to maturity. Apium graveolens. Giant Prague Celeriac Seeds. Non-GMO, Biennial, open-pollinated, heirloom. AKA ‘Large Smooth Prague’ Celeriac. Hardier and more disease resistant than traditional celery. Giant Prague Celeriac...
Onion Seeds - Bunching - Flagpole (Organic)
60-80 Days to maturity. Allium fistulosum. Organic Flagpole Scallion Onion Seeds. Non-GMO, perennial, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, cold tolerant, bunching onion. Suitable for growing in greenhouses, garden plots, and raised beds....
Mustard - Mizuna - Microgreens Seeds
Up to 12 days. Mizuna is a fast, easy grower that makes a great choice as a secondary green in any salad. It has a very mild mustard / spice...
French Marigold Seeds - Disco Series (Coated)
56-63 Days to maturity. Tagetes patula. Disco Series French Marigold Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated. Disco Series French marigold seeds are an adorable, compact, and vibrant addition to grow in any...
Watermelon Seeds - Picnic - Striped Klondike Blue Ribbon
77-80 Days to maturity. Citrullus lanatus. Striped Klondike Blue Ribbon Watermelon Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, heat tolerant, seeded, picnic watermelon. Suitable for growing in garden plots. First bred in...
Dill Seeds - Mammoth (Organic)
55-75 Days to maturity. Anethum graveolens. Organic Mammoth Dill Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, and raised beds. Mammoth Dill offers garden-fresh,...
Tomato Seeds - Slicing - Delicious
77 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Delicious Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses....
Echinacea Seeds - Magnus
70-84 days maturity. Echinacea purpurea. Echinacea Magnus Seeds. Non-GMO, Heirloom, Perennial. Magnus echinacea seeds grow one of the summer's most celebrated and resilient blooms. These sturdy stems and flat petals...
Delphinium Seeds - Magic Fountains Series
2nd-year maturity. Delphinium elatum. Delphinium Magic Fountains Series Seeds. Non-GMO, Perennial. Magic Fountains Series delphinium seeds promise some of the most stunning, bold, and vivid blooms available in any garden....
Compact Emergency Bug Out Bag - 19 Pack
Non-GMO Bug Out Bag Survival Garden Vegetable & Herb Seeds. Compact Collection of 19 Heirloom Seed Varieties for Emergency Seed Vault. A compact and more economical version of the full...
Artichoke Seeds - Imperial Star
150-160 days from sowing. Cynara scolymus. Imperial Star Artichoke Seeds. Non-GMO, perennial. This is suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and fields. UC-bred, nearly spineless plants for first-year harvests—uniform, high-yielding...
Purslane Seeds - Golden
35 days. Purslane Golden is one terrific green! Super healthy, it is loaded with Omega 3- more than any other leafy vegetable, more than many fish oil, and has a...
Deluxe Sprout Growing Kit
The ultimate sprouting starter kit for those interested in a serious approch to sprouts. Makes more than 100 pounds of sprouts! Includes a 3 tray stackable sprouter, instructions and an...
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