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Indiana Spring Planting Calendar for Backyard Gardens
A beginner-friendly spring planting overview for cool-season and warm-season vegetables in Indiana.
Start cool-season crops first
Leafy greens, peas, radishes, and some herbs can often start earlier than summer vegetables. Exact timing depends on weather and soil conditions.
Move warm-season crops later
Tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and basil should wait until frost risk is low and temperatures are more consistent.
Use reminders, not just dates
Weather shifts every year. A useful garden plan combines a calendar with local conditions, bed readiness, and your available time.