Planting season in full swing
What to Plant in May
May opens the main garden season across much of the country. Find the right time to sow beans, corn, squash, and other warm-season favorites.
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Start with your climate
May looks different in every growing zone.
Many gardeners transition from frost-tolerant vegetables to warm-season planting, while cooler regions continue preparing transplants.
Your personalized May planting guide
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We’ll find your USDA zone, show this week’s planting tasks, and build a full-season planting schedule for your area.
What to do this week
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