March marks the beginning of spring. And what does that mean for us gardening-obsessed folks? It’s finally time to start planning our spring gardens. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just dipping your toes into the soil for the first time, knowing the best plants to grow in March can set you on the path to a thriving garden. So, let us share with you our suggestions for your spring garden planning.
Cool-Season Vegetables
March marks the transition from winter to spring. And that means that it’s also the perfect time to plant a variety of cool-season vegetables that thrive in the mild temperatures of early spring. These hardy crops can withstand cool nights and even a light frost, making them ideal for planting as soon as the soil can be worked. Leafy greens like lettuce, spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are excellent choices for March planting. But root crops such as carrots, radishes, and beets are also fantastic options. These veggies will provide you with a bounty of fresh, nutritious harvests to enjoy in salads, soups, and stir-fries.
Herbs
Fresh herbs are a must-have in any kitchen garden, and March is the perfect time to sow seeds or transplant seedlings of your favorite culinary herbs. Whether you’re a fan of parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, or basil, now is the time to get them started. Herbs thrive in the cool temperatures of early spring and will quickly establish themselves in the garden. This will provide you with a steady supply of aromatic leaves to enhance your culinary creations.
Flowers
March is not just for vegetables and herbs– it’s also a great time to start sowing flower seeds. Once summer arrives, your garden will look like a gorgeous rainbow. Annual flowers like marigolds, cosmos, zinnias, and nasturtiums can all be sown directly in the garden during March or even started indoors for later transplanting. These charming blooms will attract pollinators like bees and butterflies and add beauty to your garden all season long.
Do you want the most mesmerizing results possible? Then we would advise you to plant a mix of flowers in different colors, shapes, and heights. This will create a vibrant and visually appealing display that will make your neighbors turn green with envy whenever they catch a glimpse of it.
Perennials
Are you looking to add some long-lasting beauty to your garden, that will make it look fabulous year after year? Then we have just what you’re looking for — perennials! And there’s an impressive amount of perennial flowers that you can plant in March. Flowers such as lavender, salvia, echinacea, and coreopsis can be planted now to establish strong root systems before the heat of summer arrives.
However, please remember that it is crucial to choose varieties that are well-suited to your climate and soil conditions if you want to guarantee the best results. But in the long run, perennials require less maintenance than annuals. And they will also reward you with years of beautiful blooms with minimal effort.
