Its July 4th, a time for Americans to celebrate their independence and a time for those in Zone 9 to start planning for their fall garden. While it may seem a bit early to be thinking about fall since summer just started, many fall crops should be started in early to mid august.
Crops to Sow in August
- Beans
- Broccoli
- Celery
- Collards
- Green Onions
- Summer Squash
- Winter Squash
- Water Mellon
Considerations
Heat
Some parts of Zone 9 have VERY hot summers. And sowing seeds outside during the heat may lead to a low germination rate. Many of the crops that are sown in August in zone 9 can be started inside with great success.
Moisture
Many of the august sown crops require moisture constancy. The heat of a Zone 9 summer can dry out soil quickly and lead to a low germination rate. For those plants that are going to be sown out doors it is important to keep the soil moisture constant.
So select the crops that you want to grow in the fall, find the best place to grow them and start to sow the seeds, indoors or out!
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