Gardening for Beginners: What to Plant in March

 

March is an exciting time for gardeners! As winter fades and spring begins, it’s the perfect month to start planting a variety of vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Whether you're growing in a backyard garden, raised beds, or containers, here’s a guide to what you can plant in March to kickstart your gardening season.

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Vegetables to Plant in March

Cool-Season Crops (Direct Sow Outdoors)

These hardy vegetables thrive in cooler temperatures and can be planted directly in the ground.

• Lettuce – Grows quickly and is perfect for continuous harvesting.
• Spinach – Thrives in cool weather and can be harvested in just a few weeks.
• Carrots – Best planted in loose soil for long, straight roots.
  
  
  
• Radishes – One of the fastest-growing crops, ready to harvest in about 30 days.

  

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• Peas – Sweet and crunchy, peas love the cool weather of early spring.
• Beets – Easy to grow and great for both their roots and leafy greens.
• Swiss Chard – A colorful and nutritious leafy green that grows well in early spring.

Warm-Season Crops (Start Indoors or in a Greenhouse)

If you live in a colder region, starting warm-weather crops indoors will give them a head start before transplanting them outside in late spring.

• Tomatoes – Start seeds indoors under grow lights or a sunny window.
  
  
  
• Peppers – Bell peppers and hot peppers need warmth to germinate.
• Eggplant – Requires a long growing season, so starting indoors is best.

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Herbs to Plant in March

Many herbs can be started indoors or sown directly into the garden in March.

• Parsley – Grows well in cool weather and can be used in many dishes.
• Cilantro – A great herb for fresh salsas and salads.
  
  
  
• Chives – A hardy, perennial herb that adds flavor to soups and salads.
• Thyme – A fragrant herb that thrives in cooler temperatures.

If starting indoors, use small pots with good drainage and place them near a sunny window.

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Flowers to Plant in March

March is also a great time to start flowers for a vibrant spring and summer garden.

Cool-Season Flowers (Direct Sow Outdoors)

• Pansies & Violas – These flowers thrive in cool temperatures and add bright color to garden beds.
• Sweet Peas – Fragrant climbing flowers that bloom beautifully in spring.
  
  
  
• Snapdragons – Hardy flowers that add height and color to your garden.

Warm-Season Flowers (Start Indoors)

• Marigolds – Easy to grow and great for repelling pests.
• Zinnias – Bright, long-blooming flowers that attract pollinators.
  
  
  
• Sunflowers – Tall, cheerful flowers that do well when started indoors and transplanted later.

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Gardening Tips for March

✅ Check Your Last Frost Date – Before planting outdoors, make sure the danger of frost has passed in your area.

✅ Prepare Your Soil – Loosen the soil, remove weeds, and add compost for healthy plant growth.

✅ Use Seed Trays for Indoors – If starting seeds inside, use seed trays or small containers with good drainage. 

✅ Water Wisely – Keep soil moist but not soggy, especially for young seedlings.

✅ Start Slow – If you're new to gardening, begin with easy-to-grow crops like lettuce, radishes, and herbs.

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Final Thoughts

March is the perfect month to begin your gardening journey! With a mix of cool-season crops, herbs, and flowers, you can enjoy a productive and beautiful garden throughout the season.

What are you planting this March? Share your gardening plans in the comments! 🌱🌸

Keep it sassy,

Kelly

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