Planting calendar — Lowell, MA
Plan your planting around the Lowell frost dates: average last spring frost: April 27, average first fall frost: October 14.
What to plant and when
| Crop | When to plant |
|---|---|
| Peas, lettuce, spinach, kale | 2-4 weeks before last frost (around April 27) |
| Broccoli, cabbage, carrots | 2-3 weeks before last frost |
| Potatoes, onions | 1-2 weeks before last frost |
| Tomatoes, peppers, basil | 1-2 weeks after last frost |
| Squash, cucumbers, beans | 1-2 weeks after last frost |
| Fall lettuce, radishes | 6-8 weeks before first fall frost |
| Garlic (overwinter) | 3-6 weeks before first fall frost |