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Monroe, LA Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Monroe usually comes around Feb 25 and the first fall frost around Nov 13, a growing season of about 261 days. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 14 – Jan 28 and plant them outside Mar 11 – Mar 25.

Last spring frostFeb 25
First fall frostNov 13
Growing season261 days

When to plant vegetables in Monroe

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 14 – Jan 28Mar 11 – Mar 25—
PeppersJan 7 – Jan 21Mar 18 – Apr 1—
EggplantJan 7 – Jan 21Mar 18 – Apr 1—
Cucumbers—Mar 11 – Mar 25—
Zucchini & summer squash—Mar 11 – Mar 25—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 18 – Apr 1—
Green beans—Mar 11 – Mar 25Aug 21 – Sep 4
Sweet corn—Mar 11 – Mar 25—
BasilJan 28 – Feb 11Mar 11 – Mar 25—
LettuceDec 31 – Jan 14Jan 28 – Mar 11Sep 18 – Oct 2
Spinach—Jan 14 – Feb 4Sep 18 – Oct 2
Peas—Jan 14 – Feb 4Sep 4 – Sep 18
Carrots—Jan 28 – Mar 4Aug 21 – Sep 4
Radishes—Jan 21 – Mar 11Oct 2 – Oct 16
BroccoliDec 17 – Dec 31Jan 28 – Feb 11Aug 21 – Sep 4
KaleDec 31 – Jan 14Jan 21 – Feb 4Sep 4 – Sep 18
Onions—Jan 28 – Feb 11—
Potatoes—Feb 4 – Mar 4—
Garlic——Oct 30 – Dec 4

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Monroe. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Monroe

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  4. AprilPlant outside: Peppers, Eggplant, Pumpkins & winter squash
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlant outside: Green beans, Carrots, Broccoli
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Green beans, Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Radishes, Garlic
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberStart indoors: Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Garlic

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Monroe?

The median last spring frost is Feb 25 and the median first fall frost is Nov 13, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Monroe?

Start seeds indoors Jan 14 – Jan 28 and set plants outside Mar 11 – Mar 25, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Monroe?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 13): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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