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Providence, RI Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Providence usually comes around Apr 7 and the first fall frost around Nov 5, a growing season of about 212 days. Start tomatoes indoors Feb 24 – Mar 10 and plant them outside Apr 21 – May 5.

Last spring frostApr 7
First fall frostNov 5
Growing season212 days

When to plant vegetables in Providence

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesFeb 24 – Mar 10Apr 21 – May 5—
PeppersFeb 17 – Mar 3Apr 28 – May 12—
EggplantFeb 17 – Mar 3Apr 28 – May 12—
Cucumbers—Apr 21 – May 5—
Zucchini & summer squash—Apr 21 – May 5—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Apr 28 – May 12—
Green beans—Apr 21 – May 5Aug 13 – Aug 27
Sweet corn—Apr 21 – May 5—
BasilMar 10 – Mar 24Apr 21 – May 5—
LettuceFeb 10 – Feb 24Mar 10 – Apr 21Sep 10 – Sep 24
Spinach—Feb 24 – Mar 17Sep 10 – Sep 24
Peas—Feb 24 – Mar 17Aug 27 – Sep 10
Carrots—Mar 10 – Apr 14Aug 13 – Aug 27
Radishes—Mar 3 – Apr 21Sep 24 – Oct 8
BroccoliJan 27 – Feb 10Mar 10 – Mar 24Aug 13 – Aug 27
KaleFeb 10 – Feb 24Mar 3 – Mar 17Aug 27 – Sep 10
Onions—Mar 10 – Mar 24—
Potatoes—Mar 17 – Apr 14—
Garlic——Oct 22 – Nov 26

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

Month-by-month planting in Providence

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

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 Providence?

The median last spring frost is Apr 7 and the median first fall frost is Nov 5, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Providence?

Start seeds indoors Feb 24 – Mar 10 and set plants outside Apr 21 – May 5, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Providence?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 5): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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