Zone 8 – Vegetable Planting Calendar Guide

Zone 8 has a long growing season with hot summers. Most vegetable varieties will have no problem maturing before your first frost date. With a last frost date of April 1st and first frost date of December 1st. These dates will vary a week or two so it’s important to watch the weather before planting. Annual minimum temperature for zone 8 is 15ºF.
Zone 8 Hardiness Dates
Last Frost DateFirst Frost Date
April 1Dec 1

Use your last and first frost dates to calculate your planting schedules.

Using the planting schedule below will help you get the most out of your garden. Starting seeds indoors before your last frost date will give you a jump start on the growing season. Knowing when to transplant seedlings outdoors will help to maximize your harvest.

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Zone 8 Planting Schedule
Zone 8 Planting Schedule