10 Crops You Should Plant in March for a Productive Summer

🍅Tomatoes are a must-have crop for home gardeners, with a wide variety of types and colors to choose from.

🥬Brassicas like cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, and kale are easy to grow and offer nutritional benefits.

🥗Lettuce is a fast-growing crop that comes in different colors and adds beauty to your garden.

🌺Flowers like borage and marigolds not only attract beneficial insects but also add color and fragrance to your garden.

🌿Herbs like basil and cilantro are great companions for tomatoes and add flavor to your dishes.

What are the optimal temperatures for germinating tomatoes?

—Tomato seeds germinate best when the soil temperature is between 75 and 90°F.

How long does it take for brassicas to sprout?

—Brassica seeds typically sprout within 4 to 7 days, with a wide range of germination temperatures from 45°F to 85°F.

Do lettuce seeds require light to germinate?

—No, lettuce seeds do not require light to germinate, but they prefer temperatures between 40°F and 85°F.

What are the benefits of companion flowers like borage and marigolds?

—Companion flowers like borage and marigolds attract beneficial insects and can improve the taste of tomatoes.

What are the optimal temperatures for basil germination?

—Basil seeds germinate best when the soil temperature is between 70°F and 85°F.

00:00Learn about 10 crops you can plant in March for a productive summer.

00:23Tomatoes come in a variety of types and colors and are a must-have crop for home gardeners.

02:10Brassicas like cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, and kale are easy to grow and offer nutritional benefits.

04:12Lettuce is a fast-growing crop with beautiful colors and adds beauty to your garden.

06:53Flowers like borage and marigolds attract beneficial insects and add color and fragrance to your garden.

10:04Herbs like basil and cilantro are great companions for tomatoes and add flavor to your dishes.

12:29Swiss chard is a resilient plant that produces food all year long.

13:23Spinach, tatsoi, bok choy, and arugula are additional crops you can plant in March.