25 Things to Plant in March to Keep Your Garden Flourishing

Avid gardeners around the world agree that the first signs of spring can be a very exciting time. For many, this is a reminder that it’s time to get outside and start planting! Here are 25 things you can plant in March that will guarantee your garden will flourish from spring all the way until fall.

1. Cabbage

Depending on where you live, March can be a little chilly. Luckily, cabbage is hardy to colder temperatures making it perfect to plant in early spring.

2. Broccoli

Similar to cabbage, broccoli is able to withstand colder temperatures down to as little as 25 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. Carrots

March is the perfect time to start planting carrots to ensure that they’ll have a long time to grow before they’re ready to harvest.

4. Onions

March is a great time to get onion plants started. However, it’s better to start growing onions indoors first and transfer them outside as the temperatures warm up.

5. Peppers

Similar to onions, peppers will thrive if you start cultivating them indoors while temperatures are still cold. Transferring them outside in late March should produce excellent results.

6. Arugula

Arugula has a peppery flavor that some people just can’t get enough of. Luckily, most gardeners can begin planting this herb in March.

7. Beets

Beets can be a divisive vegetable, most people either love them or hate them. However you feel about beets, one thing is for sure: they are hardy to the cold!

8. Peas

According to the University of Delaware, “Peas normally are very cold-hardy and can tolerate freezing temperatures down to the low 20s.”

9. Kale

When you think of healthy foods, kale is likely one of the first that comes to mind. In addition to being healthy, it’s also easy to grow and gardeners can begin doing so in March.

10. Spinach

Planting spinach in the early spring can ensure that gardeners harvest two crops per growing season.

11. Turnips

Like many other root vegetables, turnips are able to grow in the cold, making them an excellent choice for March gardening.

12. Parsnips

Although parsnips aren’t the most popular vegetable on this list, they are delicious and jam-packed with nutrients.

13. Tomatoes

Depending on where you live, gardeners can begin planting tomatoes in March. However, it’s best to only do so after you’re certain there’s no chance for a frost to occur.

14. Shallots

Similar to onions, shallots are relatively cold-resistant, so March is an excellent time to sow their seeds.

15. Radish

Many people advocate planting radishes during early spring, so March is ideal. In particular, daikon radishes perform well even in cooler temperatures.

16. Asparagus

Depending on what zone you live in, March may be the ideal time to start planting asparagus.

17. Beans

Gardeners can plant a variety of beans during March for ideal growth when it’s time to harvest.

18. Potatoes

In most zones in the United States, March is one of the best times to plant potatoes. These vegetables are hardy to the cold and require a long time to grow.

19. Brussels Sprouts

The best time of year to plant Brussels sprouts is sometime between March and May, so if you want to get a head start on growing this vegetable, go ahead and plant it early.

20. Corn

In most locations, the earlier you plant corn, the better. Planting this crop in March will guarantee it has ample time to grow.

21. Lettuce

Although many gardeners begin growing lettuce indoors early in the year. March is the best time to transfer outdoors. If you’re late to start, planting directly is just fine as well.

22. Cauliflower

Cauliflower is similar to broccoli, and both are excellent choices for spring planting. However, people living further up north may want to hold off until April.

23. Artichoke

Those living in warmer climates will certainly be able to plant their artichokes in March. This vegetable has a short growth time, so depending on where you live, you may get two harvests per season.

24. Basil

Although basil is a great plant to sow in spring, starting it indoors may prove useful if you live in a colder climate.

25. Leeks

Leeks thrive in cooler temperatures, so early spring is an excellent time to begin growing this vegetable.

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