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What to Plant in August for Your Fall Garden

July 28, 2017 by Tiffany Davis 33 Comments

What will you plant in August for your Fall garden? Well I can help there! August is a great time to start your Fall garden! Here in Phoenix, Fall is my best growing season. You can plant in August in all zones (1 – 10), but different veggies will best for different zones.. I have a list of vegetables, listed by zones, that can be planted this month. Be sure to check out the other What to Plant Guides for March, April, May,  June  and July.

What to Plant in August for Your Fall Garden

Fall is my favorite season for gardening. The weather is finally cooling down in the desert (well not really in August) and my garden comes to life. Cooler zones will have less to plant in August but the warmer zones are coming to life!

Let’s get that Fall garden in motion! Each zone is separated in the list so that you can easily see what you can plant in your garden. I have included links to seeds that work best for your zone, in each section.  I have also included some herbs and fruits where applicable.

What to Plant in August for Your Fall Garden

What to Plant in August – Zone 1 Plant in August Zone 1 - Artichokes

Seeds that do great in Zone 1

  • Artichokes (globe)
  • Chinese Cabbage
  • Kohlrabi
  • Lettuce (leaf only)
  • Peas
  • Spinach
  • Turnips

The country is making a big mistake not teaching kids to cook and raise a garden and build fires. -Loretta Lynn

What to Plant in August – Zone 2

Seeds that do great in Zone 2  

  • Artichokes (globe)
  • Broccoli
  • Chinese Cabbage
  • Endive
  • Kohlrabi
  • Lettuce (leaf only)

I cannot endure to waste anything as precious as autumn sunshine by staying in the house.
So I spend almost all the daylight hours in the open air. – Nathaniel Hawthorne

What to Plant in August – Zones 3 & 4 What to Plant in August for Your Fall Garden

Seeds that do great in Zone 3 and Zone 4

  • Kohlrabi
  • Lettuce (head only)
  • Radishes
  • Spinach
  • Turnips (early August)

Beauty surrounds us, but usually we need to be walking in a garden to know it. -Rumi

What to Plant in August – Zones 5 & 6

Seeds that do great in Zone 5 and Zone 6 

  • Beets
  • Broccoli
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Carrots
  • Kale
  • Peas
  • Peppers (early in August)
  • Radishes
  • Spinach
  • Squash
  • Turnips

God Almighty first planted a garden. And indeed, it is the purest of human pleasures. Francis Bacon

What to Plant in August – Zones 7 & 8 What to Plant in August for Your Fall Garden

Check out seeds that do great in Zone 7 and Zone 8

  • Beans
  • Beets (after the 15th)
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Cabbage
  • Carrots
  • Cauliflower
  • Corn (early)
  • Cucumber (early)
  • Kale
  • Lettuce
  • Onions (early)
  • Peppers (early)
  • Spinach
  • Squash
  • Tomatoes (early)

Garden as though you will live forever. -William Kent

What to Plant in August – Zones 9 & 10 What to Plant in August for Your Fall Garden

Check out seeds that do great in Zone 9 and Zone 10

  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Celery
  • Cucumbers (Zone 9 only)
  • Eggplant (Zone 10 only)
  • Okra (10 only)
  • Peas (9 only)
  • Peppers (early)
  • Pumpkins
  • Squash (summer and winter)
  • Tomatoes (9 only)
  • Turnips (9 only)
  • Watermelon (early)

I’ve always felt that having a garden is like having a good and loyal friend. -C. Z. Guest

Well there you have it, everything you can plant in August for zones 1 – 10. Are you as excited to start your Fall garden as I am???? What do you plan to start this month in your garden?

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  1. Norma says

    August 1, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    I too, live in pic. Mostly have brown thumb, but grew sweet potatoes last year. Can I grow anything in the same pot?
    Don’t know what zone pic is..

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 2, 2017 at 6:01 am

      Use this link to find out your zone – https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/ You can grow something in the pot after sweet potatoes – check out crop rotation here – https://imperfectlyhappy.com/crop-rotation/

      Reply
  2. Jamie says

    August 7, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    I never even thought about fall gardening- it’s always been planting for fall *color interest. I live in a borderline 5-6 zone-
    To make sure I’m reading and understanding correctly, these are all started from seed?

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 8, 2017 at 5:59 am

      Yes, all seeds.

      Reply
      • Arlene says

        June 22, 2020 at 7:17 pm

        Even peppers? Direct sown????

        Reply
        • Tiffany Davis says

          June 23, 2020 at 9:29 am

          Definitely depends on the zone but yes, for more areas this should be fine.

          Reply
  3. Leslie lomot says

    August 8, 2017 at 5:19 am

    Can I grow beets in a pot?

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 8, 2017 at 5:59 am

      Sure – bigger the pot the better. You can do 6 – 9 beets per square foot.

      Reply
  4. Mary says

    August 21, 2017 at 4:13 am

    What is the zone for ky

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 21, 2017 at 6:22 am

      Use this link – https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/

      Reply
  5. Kathy says

    July 26, 2018 at 2:24 pm

    Can you explain peppers in August in zone 5/6?

    Reply
    • Lynn says

      August 17, 2018 at 7:58 pm

      They need heat. If you started them as seedlings and transplanted them to cinder blocks, they might live. Otherwise, no.

      Reply
  6. Betsy says

    July 26, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    Thanks for the tips on vegetables. Are there any flowers that I could start in zone 6 that would come up for the fall I need some color in the garden while I wait for Mums?

    Reply
  7. ted anderegg says

    July 30, 2018 at 10:19 am

    THANK-YOU, MY FIRST GARDEN

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      July 31, 2018 at 5:22 am

      So excited to hear that! Congratulations!

      Reply
  8. Devinder says

    July 31, 2018 at 4:08 pm

    Which are zones 1-10

    I live in London Ontario

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      July 31, 2018 at 6:16 pm

      http://www.planthardiness.gc.ca/?m=22&lang=en

      Reply
  9. Priscilla J Willis says

    August 3, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    Which type of squash can be started for a fall garden in zone 6? Would this be a quick summer type or a winter squash?

    Reply
  10. Jerry says

    August 16, 2018 at 7:04 am

    When you say fall, what dates are we talking, and are you put seeds in the ground or starter pots
    I live in zone 9b

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 17, 2018 at 5:06 am

      It really depends on the plant. Root vegetables, for instance, need to be sown directly in the ground.

      Reply
  11. Ana says

    August 21, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    Where are the zones? Is it divided throughout the country? Like by weather and temperature?

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 21, 2018 at 6:30 pm

      Take a look at the link – it will show you.

      Reply
  12. Susan Parker says

    August 21, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    I am new to zone 8A. I had problems with heat and burning sun and the red soil. I have seeds still and am trying to plant them in August under sun shade and in planters. I was so happy to see your site and hope we can keep in touch with your tips. Your new follower in…… St George, Utah!

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 22, 2018 at 4:47 am

      I know what you mean, learning to garden in Phoenix was a challenge – but it can be done!

      Reply
  13. Judi says

    August 30, 2018 at 5:12 pm

    Thank you for creating this! I live in Ohio, and this is my first year gardening…I didn’t even know I could plant any other time but Spring…thank you so much!!

    Reply
  14. Crystal says

    July 27, 2019 at 8:07 am

    How do I know what zone I live in? I’m in Arkansas

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      July 28, 2019 at 4:53 am

      https://www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/Native_Plant_Materials/Native_Gardening/hardinesszones.shtml

      Reply
  15. Devin Spies says

    August 8, 2019 at 10:33 pm

    I live in zone 10A and want to start my very first garden in raised beds. Would the types of veggies I can grow differ if I start from plants vs seeds? I have no problem going to the store and buying something that has already started growin (ex: tomato plant). Thanks!

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 9, 2019 at 4:39 am

      You can do either. Seeds offer more variety because you can buy from many different locations. But there are a slower process. I do both.

      Reply
  16. Noory says

    August 13, 2020 at 3:59 am

    I am from India what plants can i grow i have a little place in my back yard

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 13, 2020 at 6:21 am

      Hi Noory! I am not familiar with growing a garden in India but if I can grow in the hot desert of Phoenix I believe you can grow too! I found this link that may give you some help. https://gardeningtips.in/vegetable-gardening-calendar-in-india-a-full-guide Best of luck to you on your gardening adventure!!!

      Reply
  17. Kelby says

    August 18, 2020 at 3:33 pm

    Hey Tiffany what squash can be planted zone 7 )Oklahoma and is it seed planted? Or plants? Can you plant most of the stuff you listed if it’s seed? Or do we need to start send inside in August?

    Reply
    • Tiffany Davis says

      August 19, 2020 at 4:54 am

      You should be able to plant both winter and summer squash. You’ll probably have better luck with transplants this late in the season. Also be sure to take measure to protect your garden from early frost. Here is more Zone 7 info – https://veggieharvest.com/calendars/zone-7.html

      Reply

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