Late August in the Garden

Late August often brings slightly cooler weather, which signals the onset of fall. This provides the perfect conditions for the germination of fall greens and overwintering salad crops that need an early start. Here are suggestions about what you can plant in late August.

Carrot Family, Apiacieae
Cilantro, Chrevil

Mustard Family, Brassicaceae
Arugula
Broccoli Raab
Cabbage (for spring harvest)
Cress
Mustards
Oriental Greens
Radish
Turnips

Beet Family, Chenopodiaceae
Spinach
Swiss Chard

Sunflower Family, Compositae
Chicory
Endive
Lettuces

Iris Family, Iridaceae
Saffron Crocus (from bulbs)

Valerian Family, Valerianaceae
Corn Salad

Purslane Family, Portulacaceae
Miner's Lettuce

Find out more.  Take a class in August "Pests & Diseases - Manage Problems Organically." For questions about what's happening in your garden, contact the Garden Hotline. For month-by-month food gardening tips, get a copy of our Maritime Northwest Garden Guide or pick up a copy of our new book, Your Farm in the City, and learn all about creating an edible urban oasis in your backyard.