November is the perfect time for Zone 9 to sow seeds and plant transplants that will grow in cooler months. We gardeners love to harvest our own foods. You can also plant flowering plants that will give you peace of mind while staring at those beautiful blooms. Whatever you choose to plant, timing is key to achieving the best results. Thus, I have created this November Planting Calendar for Zone 9.
After checking my planting calendar you will get an idea of what to plant in November in Zone 9 (Both 9a and 9b).
Who can follow this Planting Calendar?
| Country | Region/City |
|---|---|
| United States | California: Central Coast (Monterey, Santa Cruz), Sacramento Valley, Fresno area |
| Florida: Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Coastal areas of the Panhandle | |
| Texas: Houston, San Antonio, Austin (some parts), Corpus Christi | |
| Louisiana: New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette | |
| Mexico | Baja California, Northern coastal areas |
| Spain | Andalusia, Seville, Málaga |
| Portugal | Algarve |
| Italy | Southern coastal regions, Sicily |
| Australia | Inland New South Wales, some parts of Victoria |
| New Zealand | Northern parts of the North Island |
| South Africa | Cape Town (coastal regions) |
You can notice some of the regions are not falling exactly in Zone 9 but slightly towards Zone 10. I have included a few locations falling between Zone 9 and Zone 10, with a climate that supports planting all the plants listed in my November planting calendar for Zone 9. I could not mention all the locations of Zone 9 but if you know your gardening zone and your location is Zone 9 then consider this planting guide. (Especially the gardeners of Central Florida)
November Planting Guide for Zone 9
This is going to be the most useful November Planting guide for the gardeners of Zone 9.
The reason: No matter if you are a vegetable grower or in love with herbs or flowers or something else, even if you love growing all of those, this calendar will help you as I have categorized this November planting guide into several categories.
- Leafy Greens
- Vegetables/Roots
- Flowering Plants
- Herbs
- Fruits
If you are interested in making your porch eye-catchy check: Best low maintenance porch plants to grow in Zone 9
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Leafy greens to plant in November in Zone 9
I have considered 11 leafy greens that we can plant in Zone 9 in November. The necessary information (harvesting time, required sunlight, and most importantly the planting method) is added to this table.
Note: Drag or scroll the table side-wise on mobile device so that you do not miss any details
| Plant Name | Harvesting Time | Sunlight | Maintenance Difficulty | Planting Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spinach | 6-8 weeks | Full sun to partial shade | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Swiss Chard | 6-8 weeks | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Lettuce | 4-6 weeks | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Kale | 6-8 weeks | Full sun | Moderate | Direct Seed or Transplant |
| Mustard Greens | 4-6 weeks | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Arugula | 4-6 weeks | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Collard Greens | 8-10 weeks | Full sun | Moderate | Direct Seed or Transplant |
| Endive | 10-12 weeks | Full sun | Moderate | Direct Seed or Transplant |
| Bok Choy | 4-6 weeks | Full sun to partial shade | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Radicchio | 10-12 weeks | Full sun | Moderate | Direct Seed or Transplant |
| Watercress | 6-8 weeks | Partial shade | Easy | Direct Seed |
Vegetables and Roots to Plant in November - Zone 9
| Plant Name | Harvesting Time | Sunlight | Maintenance Difficulty | Planting Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrots | 70-80 days | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Beets | 50-60 days | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Radishes | 25-30 days | Full sun | Very Easy | Direct Seed |
| Turnips | 60-70 days | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
| Garlic | 6-8 months | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed (cloves) |
| Onions | 3-4 months | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant or Direct Seed |
| Potatoes | 70-120 days | Full sun | Moderate | Seed Potato (Direct Plant) |
| Sweet Potatoes | 90-120 days | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant (slips) |
| Parsnips | 100-120 days | Full sun | Moderate | Direct Seed |
| Beet Greens | 40-60 days | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed |
Flowering plants for Zone 9 in November
| Plant Name | Bloom Time | Sunlight | Maintenance Difficulty | Planting Method | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pansies | Winter to Spring | Full sun to partial shade | Easy | Transplant | Annual |
| Snapdragons | Winter to Spring | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant | Annual |
| Petunias | Spring to Frost | Full sun | Easy | Transplant | Annual |
| Marigolds | Spring to Frost | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Annual |
| Chrysanthemums | Fall to Frost | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant | Perennial |
| Lavender | Spring to Summer | Full sun | Easy | Transplant | Perennial |
| Daylilies | Spring to Fall | Full sun to partial shade | Easy | Transplant | Perennial |
| Coreopsis | Spring to Fall | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Perennial |
| Black-eyed Susan | Summer to Fall | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Perennial |
| Echinacea | Summer to Fall | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant | Perennial |
If you are curious to know the lavender guide for Zone 9, check my article on How to grow Lavender in Zone 9
Tip: If you are planning to grow petunias, grow them in pots or containers. I have grown those both in the ground and in pots. Potted petunias perform better than ground-planted.
Here is a picture of Chrysanthemum that I have grown on the ground:
Herbs to plant in November in Zone 9
| Herb Name | Flavor Profile | Sunlight | Maintenance Difficulty | Planting Method | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basil | Sweet, slightly peppery | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Annual |
| Parsley | Fresh, slightly peppery | Full sun to partial shade | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Biennial (often grown as an annual) |
| Cilantro (Coriander) | Fresh, citrusy | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed | Annual |
| Thyme | Earthy, savory | Full sun | Easy | Transplant | Perennial |
| Oregano | Robust, slightly bitter | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Perennial |
| Chives | Onion-like | Full sun | Easy | Direct Seed or Transplant | Perennial |
| Mint | Sweet, refreshing | Full sun to partial shade | Easy | Transplant (runners) | Perennial |
| Sage | Earthy, savory | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant | Perennial |
| Fennel | Sweet, licorice-like | Full sun | Moderate | Direct Seed | Perennial (bulb variety) |
| Lovage | Celery-like, slightly sweet | Full sun to partial shade | Moderate | Direct Seed or Transplant | Perennial |
Herbs are the most ignorant plants as per statistics but they are most important for our home and garden. Consider growing at least one of those herbs in your home garden.
Fruit plants/trees to plant in November for Zone 9
| Fruit Name | Plant Type | Sunlight | Maintenance Difficulty | Planting Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberries | Perennial (bush) | Full sun | Easy | Transplant or Bare Root |
| Blueberries | Bush | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
| Raspberries | Bush | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
| Blackberries | Vine | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
| Figs | Tree | Full sun | Easy | Transplant |
| Citrus (Oranges, Lemons, Limes) | Tree | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
| Pomegranates | Shrub/Tree | Full sun | Easy | Transplant |
| Peaches | Tree | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
| Plums | Tree | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
| Grapes | Vine | Full sun | Moderate | Transplant |
If you want privacy hedges for your property or house you can read: Fast growing privacy hedges for Zone 9
