What to Plant in May
Your complete 2026 planting guide
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🌱 Start Seeds Indoors
No seeds to start indoors this month — check the other sections below!
🪴 Transplant Outdoors
4 plants
🌾 Direct Sow
Too early for direct sowing in May — the soil needs to warm up!
📦 Harvest Time
19 plants
Lettuce
Around May 2
Basil
Around May 29
Broccoli
Around May 31
Kale
Around May 12
Beet
Around May 26
Peas
Around May 3
Cilantro
Around May 16
Dill
Around May 25
Oregano
Around May 30
Green Onions
Around May 17
Bok Choy
Around May 16
Iceberg Lettuce
Around May 27
Mustard Greens
Around May 2
Romaine Lettuce
Around May 22
Snap Peas
Around May 3
Swiss Chard
Around May 26
Calendula
Around May 16
Sweet Alyssum
Around May 16
Chamomile
Around May 31
📋 May Garden Tasks
General Tasks
- ✓ Plant after last frost date passes
- ✓ Stake and cage tomatoes early
- ✓ Begin regular fertilizing schedule
- ✓ Hand-pollinate squash if needed
- ✓ Watch for aphids and treat early
Zone 6B Tasks
- ✓ Side-dress heavy feeders