The most asked question I have received from Zone 9 gardeners is "When should I plant this in Zone 9?". We gardeners often collect seeds or bulbs of different vegetables, flowering plants, herbs, etc. Each plant has its own ideal planting time. In this article, you will find the Zone 9 planting schedule in the form of beautiful and informative charts.
Master your Zone 9 garden with the most accurate planting schedule - these planting charts are going to be your secret to filling your garden all year round.
I started writing Zone 9 gardening in November and at the beginning of each new month, I brought a new chart for that specific month.
I always wanted to give my readers everything on a single page to save their time. This made me create this planting schedule.
Note: I have considered mostly those plants that can be grown easily in Zone 9. I know Zone 9 is not a small region and Zone 9 in Florida is not the exact same as Zone 9 in California.
I am separating the charts into the following categories:
- Leafy Greens Planting Schedule
- Vegetables and Roots Planting Schedule
- Flowering Plants Planting Schedule
- Herbs Planting Schedule
- Fruit Trees and Berries Planting Schedule
Zone 9 Leafy Greens Planting Schedule
February and March are the primary months for planting most of the leafy greens and vegetables.
September and for planting can also be considered for planting some of the same plants again for fall harvesting.
Plant Name | Planting Time (Date Ranges) | Planting Method | Harvesting Time (Days) | Sunlight Requirement |
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Spinach | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow or Transplant | 40-50 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Kale | Feb 15 - Mar 30 Sep 15 - Nov 1 |
Direct Sow or Transplant | 50-65 days | Full Sun |
Lettuce | Feb 1 - Apr 15 Sep 1 - Nov 15 |
Direct Sow | 45-60 days | Partial Shade to Full Sun |
Swiss Chard | Feb 15 - Apr 15 Sep 15 - Nov 1 |
Direct Sow | 50-60 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Collard Greens | Feb 1 - Mar 31 Sep 1 - Oct 31 |
Direct Sow or Transplant | 60-75 days | Full Sun |
Arugula | Feb 1 - Mar 30 Sep 1 - Oct 30 |
Direct Sow | 35-45 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Mustard Greens | Feb 1 - Mar 31 Sep 1 - Oct 31 |
Direct Sow | 40-50 days | Full Sun |
Bok Choy | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow or Transplant | 45-60 days | Partial Shade |
Beet Greens | Feb 1 - Apr 1 Sep 1 - Oct 31 |
Direct Sow | 30-40 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Turnip Greens | Feb 1 - Apr 1 Sep 1 - Oct 30 |
Direct Sow | 35-50 days | Full Sun |
Endive | Feb 15 - Mar 30 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow | 50-60 days | Partial Shade |
Watercress | Feb 1 - Mar 31 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow in Moist Soil | 40-50 days | Partial Shade |
Romaine Lettuce | Feb 1 - Apr 1 Sep 1 - Oct 31 |
Direct Sow | 60-70 days | Full Sun |
Mizuna | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow | 40-50 days | Partial Shade |
Radicchio | Feb 15 - Apr 1 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow or Transplant | 60-70 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Vegetables and Roots Planting Schedule for Zone 9
Plant Name | Planting Time (Date Ranges) | Planting Method | Harvesting Time (Days) | Sunlight Requirement |
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Carrots | Feb 1 - Apr 1 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow | 60-75 days | Full Sun |
Beets | Feb 15 - Apr 15 Sep 15 - Oct 30 |
Direct Sow | 50-60 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Radishes | Feb 1 - Apr 1 Oct 1 - Nov 15 |
Direct Sow | 25-35 days | Full Sun |
Potatoes | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Aug 15 - Sep 15 |
Plant Seed Potatoes | 90-120 days | Full Sun |
Onions | Jan 1 - Mar 1 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Transplant or Direct Sow | 100-120 days | Full Sun |
Garlic | Oct 1 - Nov 15 | Plant Cloves | 150-180 days | Full Sun |
Turnips | Feb 1 - Apr 1 Sep 15 - Nov 1 |
Direct Sow | 40-60 days | Full Sun |
Sweet Potatoes | Apr 1 - Jun 1 | Plant Slips | 90-120 days | Full Sun |
Parsnips | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Direct Sow | 100-120 days | Full Sun |
Broccoli | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Transplant | 60-80 days | Full Sun |
Cabbage | Feb 15 - Apr 1 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Transplant | 60-90 days | Full Sun |
Cauliflower | Feb 1 - Mar 15 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Transplant | 60-80 days | Full Sun |
Peas | Jan 15 - Mar 15 Oct 1 - Nov 15 |
Direct Sow | 60-70 days | Full Sun |
Celery | Feb 1 - Apr 1 | Transplant | 120-150 days | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Tomatoes | Feb 15 - Apr 1 Aug 15 - Sep 15 |
Transplant | 60-80 days | Full Sun |
Brussels Sprouts | Feb 15 - Mar 30 Sep 1 - Oct 15 |
Transplant | 90-120 days | Full Sun |
Have you noticed that in my above charts, I have mentioned the plants can be planted in February, March, April, September, and October?
I skipped January planting and a few other months. The reason is simple, I planned the planting schedule in such a way, that your garden will be covered for the whole year.
I have only mentioned the best planting times.
It's not that you can't plant them outside the date ranges I've provided.
Sometimes, we forget to plant at the ideal planting time, in those cases you can follow this possible planting chart.
Flowering Plants Planting Schedule for Zone 9
I know before planting flowering plants, we often focus on whether they are annuals or perennials. So this time I have added if the plant is annual or perennial in my chart (check the last column).
Plant Name | Planting Time (Date Ranges) | Planting Method | Blooming Period | Perennial/Annual |
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Marigold | Feb 15 - Apr 30 Aug 15 - Sep 30 |
Seeds or Transplants | Spring to Fall | Annual |
Zinnia | Mar 1 - May 31 Aug 15 - Sep 30 |
Seeds | Late Spring to Fall | Annual |
Pansy | Sep 1 - Nov 15 | Transplants | Fall to Early Spring | Annual |
Petunia | Feb 15 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Spring to Summer | Annual |
Sunflower | Mar 1 - Jun 15 | Seeds | Summer to Early Fall | Annual |
Cosmos | Mar 15 - May 31 | Seeds | Late Spring to Fall | Annual |
Geranium | Feb 1 - Apr 15 Sep 15 - Oct 30 |
Transplants | Spring to Summer | Perennial |
Daffodil | Oct 1 - Nov 30 | Bulbs | Late Winter to Early Spring | Perennial |
Tulip | Oct 1 - Nov 30 | Bulbs | Spring | Perennial |
Snapdragon | Sep 1 - Nov 15 | Transplants | Fall to Early Spring | Annual |
Impatiens | Mar 1 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Spring to Summer | Annual |
Begonia | Mar 1 - May 31 | Transplants | Spring to Fall | Perennial |
Lavender | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Transplants | Late Spring to Summer | Perennial |
Rose | Jan 15 - Apr 1 | Transplants | Spring to Fall | Perennial |
Chrysanthemum | Jul 1 - Aug 31 | Transplants | Fall | Perennial |
Vinca | Mar 1 - May 30 | Transplants | Spring to Fall | Perennial |
SunPatiens | Mar 1 - May 30 | Transplants | Spring to Fall | Annual |
Plumeria | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Transplants | Summer to Fall | Perennial |
Hibiscus | Mar 1 - May 30 | Transplants | Summer to Fall | Perennial |
Fuchsia | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Transplants | Spring to Fall | Perennial |
I know sometimes it is difficult to track all the dates. Don't worry I have made it easier for you to follow the dates:
Ever grown lavender in Zone 9?
I can help you grow Lavender in zone 9. Follow my guide: how to grow lavender in Zone 9.
If you ask me among all these, what's the best perennial flowering plant to me, my answer will be plumeria. I can help you in growing plumeria from cuttings.
For lazy gardeners and busy gardeners, this resource can be helpful: Low Maintenance Porch Plants for Zone 9
Herbs Planting Schedule
Herb Name | Planting Time (Date Ranges) | Planting Method | Flavor | Max Height | Sunlight Requirement |
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Basil | Mar 1 - May 31 | Seeds or Transplants | Sweet, Peppery | 12-24 inches | Full Sun |
Mint | Feb 15 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Sweet, Cool | 12-24 inches | Partial Sun |
Thyme | Feb 15 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Earthy, Savory | 6-12 inches | Full Sun |
Parsley | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Fresh, Herbal | 6-12 inches | Partial Sun |
Oregano | Mar 1 - May 31 | Seeds or Transplants | Robust, Spicy | 12-18 inches | Full Sun |
Chives | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Garlic-like, Oniony | 12-18 inches | Full Sun |
Cilantro | Feb 15 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Fresh, Citrusy | 12-24 inches | Full Sun |
Rosemary | Feb 15 - Apr 30 | Transplants | Piney, Woody | 18-24 inches | Full Sun |
Sage | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Seeds or Transplants | Piney, Slightly Bitter | 12-18 inches | Full Sun |
Lavender | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Transplants | Floral, Herbal | 18-24 inches | Full Sun |
Fennel | Feb 15 - Apr 30 | Seeds | Sweet, Anise | 18-36 inches | Full Sun |
Arugula | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Seeds | Spicy, Peppery | 6-10 inches | Full Sun |
Lovage | Mar 1 - May 31 | Seeds or Transplants | Celery-like, Sweet | 36-48 inches | Full Sun |
Bay Laurel | Feb 1 - Apr 30 | Transplants | Herbal, Bitter | 18-30 inches | Full Sun |
Tarragon | Mar 1 - May 31 | Seeds or Transplants | Anise-like, Sweet | 18-24 inches | Full Sun |
See the below chart to find the visual planting dates.
Fruit trees and berries planting schedule - Zone 9
Fruit Tree / Berry | Planting Time (Date Ranges) | Variety Suggestion | Fruiting Time | Taste |
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Apple | Dec 1 - Feb 28 | Granny Smith, Fuji | Late Summer to Fall | Sweet, Tart |
Pear | Dec 1 - Feb 28 | Bartlett, Bosc | Late Summer to Fall | Sweet, Juicy |
Plum | Dec 1 - Feb 28 | Santa Rosa, Methley | Summer | Sweet, Tangy |
Peach | Dec 1 - Feb 28 | Elberta, Red Haven | Late Spring to Early Summer | Sweet, Juicy |
Apricot | Dec 1 - Feb 28 | Tilton, Katy | Early Summer | Sweet, Slightly Tart |
Cherry | Dec 1 - Feb 28 | Bing, Montmorency | Late Spring to Early Summer | Sweet, Tart |
Orange | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Valencia, Navel | Winter to Early Spring | Sweet, Citrusy |
Lemon | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Eureka, Meyer | Winter to Early Spring | Sour, Tart |
Fig | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Black Mission, Kadota | Summer | Sweet, Honey-like |
Pomegranate | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Wonderful, Angel Red | Late Summer to Fall | Slightly Tart, Sweet |
Avocado | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Hass, Fuerte | Fall to Winter | Rich, Buttery |
Blackberry | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Navaho, Marionberry | Summer | Sweet, Tart |
Raspberry | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Heritage, Red Latham | Summer | Sweet, Tart |
Strawberry | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Chandler, Sequoia | Late Spring to Early Summer | Sweet, Juicy |
Blueberry | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Legacy, Misty | Summer | Sweet, Tart |
Grapes | Jan 1 - Mar 31 | Thompson Seedless, Concord | Late Summer to Fall | Sweet, Juicy |
Those who want to build a privacy screen using plants can check: Fast Growing Hedges for Privacy - Zone 9
Among these, I find it hard to grow apple trees. If you ever face difficulty in fruiting for apple trees you can check the pollination chart for apple trees.
You should follow the proper pruning time as well. Find the zone 9 pruning schedule.
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