Fall Vegetable Garden: What to Plant and When for a Second Harvest

Extend your season with a fall garden—fewer pests, cooler weather, and a second harvest. Use the succession gardening chart below based on your first expected freeze date.

When to Plant Fall Crops

Click to expand chart (PDF) showing last planting dates by crop and freeze date.

Fall Garden Advice

• Learn succession planting for maximum yield.
• Choose best autumn crops and fall-color plants.
• Select trees and shrubs for fall interest.
• More fall planting and second crop advice.
• Tips for planting garlic, lettuce, spinach in fall.