Your Complete Garden Planting Calendar:

Know Exactly When to Plant in Your Zone

Step 1: Select Your Zone Click your USDA hardiness zone (3-10). Not sure what zone you're in? We include a zone finder link.

Step 2: Browse Your Planting Schedule Scroll through the seasonal guide to see what you can plant right now and what's coming up next month.

Step 3: Click Any Plant for Details Get complete growing information, companion planting tips, and expert advice for every crop.

Bonus: Enter your frost dates for a personalized growing season calculation!

🌍 Zone-Specific Guidance (Zones 3-10) Select your hardiness zone and get planting schedules tailored to YOUR climate. No more generic advice that doesn't work where you live.

📅 Three Powerful Views - Seasonal View: See what to plant each season at a glance - Timeline View: Follow a month-by-month planting roadmap - Monthly View: Deep-dive into any specific month

🔍 Smart Search & Filtering Looking for tomato planting dates? Just type it in. Want to see only herbs? Filter by category. Find exactly what you need in seconds.

🌡️ Built-In Frost Date Calculator Enter your last spring frost and first fall frost dates to calculate your exact growing season length and optimize your planting schedule.

📊 Real-Time Stats Dashboard See at a glance: total plants available, what's plantable this month, and how many crops you can direct sow vs. start indoors.

🌱 Complete Plant Database Click any plant for detailed growing information including: - Spacing requirements - Sunlight needs - Water requirements - Companion plants (and what to avoid) - Common pest/disease management - Pro growing tips

🖨️ Print & Export Options Print your personalized calendar or download as CSV to use in your favorite spreadsheet program.

📱 Mobile-Friendly Design Access your planting calendar from your phone while you're out in the garden. Works perfectly on any device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this really free? A: Yes! This garden planting calendar is 100% free to use. No credit card required, no hidden fees, no subscription. We created it to help homesteaders and gardeners succeed.

Q: What zones does this cover? A: Our calendar covers USDA Hardiness Zones 3-10, which includes most of the continental United States and many international growing regions.

Q: How do I know what zone I'm in? A: You can find your USDA hardiness zone by entering your zip code at the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map website, or do a quick Google search for "what zone am I in [your city/state]."

Q: Can I print this calendar? A: Absolutely! We've included a print-friendly version. Just click the "Print Calendar" button and select your zone's schedule.

Q: Will this work for container gardening? A: Yes! The planting times are the same whether you're planting in-ground or in containers. Just follow the same schedule for your zone.

Q: What if I missed my planting window? A: Don't worry! Many crops can be planted multiple times throughout the season. Look for succession planting opportunities, and remember there's always the fall planting season.

Q: Do you include organic gardening methods? A: Yes! All our growing tips follow organic, sustainable practices. We focus on companion planting, natural pest management, and building healthy soil.

Q: Can I save my favorite plants or create a custom list? A: Currently, you can search and filter by plant type. We recommend bookmarking the page and noting your favorite plants. A custom list feature may be added in the future!

Q: Is this calendar good for market gardeners or just home gardens? A: It's perfect for both! Market gardeners will especially appreciate the succession planting information and days-to-harvest data for planning continuous harvests.

Q: What if my area has microclimates? A: Great question! If you have microclimates (warmer or cooler spots on your property), you can adjust planting dates by a week or two. Use the frost date calculator with your specific last frost date for more accuracy.

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