Wondering what plants are good to plant in March? We’ll detail the best vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, and shrubs to plant this month. From potatoes and peas to strawberries and basil, you’ll find the optimal choices for a thriving early spring garden.
Ready to transform your garden this March with the help of an award-winning team? Doctor’s Lawn and Landscape, proudly serving the Kansas City Metro Area for over 30 years, is here to assist you in choosing the perfect plants for a thriving early spring garden. Our experienced experts are just a phone call away. Contact us at 913-681-8041 to schedule a consultation and receive personalized advice for your garden beds. Whether you’re planting vegetables, fruits, herbs, or flowers, we’re dedicated to making your gardening journey a success!
March is perfect for planting cool-season vegetables that can endure the last frost days. Cold-loving crops like potatoes, peas, and spinach thrive in early spring, yielding a bountiful harvest before summer heat sets in. Starting these vegetables early helps them establish well and produce before the warmer months.
Potatoes are a staple in many gardens for good reason. Start by incorporating compost and necessary soil amendments to enhance soil texture and nutrient content.
Chit the seed potatoes by placing them in egg boxes or seed trays on a cool, light windowsill to encourage sprouting. Plant the seed pieces 3 to 4 inches deep in pre-dug trenches or pots/sacks on top of 10cm of compost, then cover with another 10cm of compost.
As potato shoots appear, earth up or add compost to cover the plant with 3 inches of soil. Repeat this process a few weeks later to ensure a healthy harvest from June to July.
Green peas and sugar peas are great choices for March. Choose hardy, early varieties for successful sowing. Pea seedlings appear 1 to 2 weeks after sowing and need support with twiggy sticks as they grow to maximize yield.
Early pea planting provides a delicious harvest and adds nitrogen to the soil, benefiting other plants in your garden beds.
Spinach thrives in cooler weather, making it ideal for early spring gardens. Sow seeds about 4 weeks before the last frost to ensure a good harvest before summer heat causes bolting or bitterness.
Spinach is a cool-weather vegetable that is nutrient-dense and thrives in cold weather, making it an early harvest that adds freshness and health to your meals.
Planting fruit trees and shrubs in March helps establish their root systems before summer heat arrives, ensuring they produce delicious fruits throughout the growing season. Strawberries, blackberries, and pears are top choices for March planting, each offering unique benefits and flavors.
March is ideal for planting strawberries, giving them time to establish before the summer heat. Leave plenty of space for them to spread out, ensuring they have room to grow and produce a bountiful harvest.
Water strawberries once a week, increasing to two to three times as temperatures rise to keep the soil consistently moist and promote healthy growth.
Blackberries thrive in sunny areas with good drainage. Ensure the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil when planting for proper growth.
Blackberries planted in March will typically be ready for harvest from July to September, providing delicious early-summer fruits and continuing into late summer, culminating in a bountiful summer harvest.
Pear trees prefer moist, well-draining soil and need adequate spacing for growth. Watering is essential after planting to help them establish strong roots and produce a healthy harvest.
Planting pears in March gives them a head start, allowing them to settle in before the growing season fully begins.
Herbs provide culinary and medicinal benefits to any garden. March is an excellent time to plant herbs like chives, basil, and mint, each bringing unique flavors and aromas. These herbs can be grown in garden beds or pots, offering flexibility in your garden layout.
Chives are a fantastic addition to the spring garden. Sow seeds in modules with compost, cover lightly, water, and place them in sunlight to promote healthy growth. Adequate light exposure is essential for seedlings before transplanting them to their final location.
Chives add a mild onion flavor to dishes and are easy to grow, making them a must-have in your herb garden.
Basil thrives when started indoors in March, requiring warmth and bright light for germination. Sow seeds in a seed tray, cover lightly with soil and ensure they receive sufficient light for optimal growth.
Once seedlings grow to about 3 inches tall, move them outside after the last frost for better growth in warmer conditions. Basil is a versatile herb that enhances many dishes with its aromatic flavor.
Mint is known for its aggressive growth, so plant it in pots or use barriers in the garden to control its spread. Ideal conditions include partial shade and consistently moist but well-draining soil.
Mint’s refreshing flavor makes it a popular choice for beverages and culinary uses, adding a delightful touch to your garden.
Adding flowers to your garden in March brings color and fragrance, brightening up your outdoor space. Sweet peas, zinnias, and dahlias are top choices for March planting, each offering unique beauty and charm. Early planting ensures they have enough time to establish and bloom through spring and summer.
Incorporating a variety of flowers enhances your garden’s visual appeal and supports pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Sweet peas can be sown from October to March, making them versatile for early spring planting. These fragrant flowers require a wigwam for support, ensuring they have the structure needed to thrive.
Before planting sweet pea seedlings outdoors, harden them off to help them acclimate and promote healthy growth.
Zinnias cannot withstand frost, so they should be sown under cover. Start them indoors and transplant them after the last frost for optimal growth.
These vibrant flowers add a pop of color to garden beds and are a favorite for their ease of care and long-lasting blooms.
Plant dahlias in moist compost for optimal growth. Germinate them in warm temperatures with consistently moist soil. Harden off in May before moving outdoors, allowing them to adjust and thrive.
Their stunning blooms make them a standout addition to any garden.
March is ideal for planting trees and shrubs, allowing them to establish before the summer heat. Flowering cherry trees, azaleas, and weigela are excellent choices for adding structure and beauty to your garden. Early planting ensures they have a strong start and can flourish through the growing season.
March is ideal for planting bare-root flowering cherry trees, giving them a head start before summer. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight.
Soak the roots in a bucket of water before planting and dig a square hole large enough to hold the roots. After planting, water thoroughly to promote root establishment and ensure the tree thrives and produces beautiful blooms.
Azaleas thrive in the cool weather of early spring, making them ideal for March planting. Space them 2 to 6 feet apart based on their mature size to ensure adequate growth.
These vibrant flowering shrubs add color and structure to garden beds, making them a popular choice.
Weigela shrubs thrive in moist, well-drained soil and are best planted in sunny to partially shady locations. Ensure the plant hole is larger than the root ball and that the top of the root ball is level with the ground when planting.
This helps the shrub establish strong roots and promotes healthy growth, adding beauty and structure to your garden.
At Doctor’s Lawn and Landscape, we understand that choosing the right plants for your garden can be a daunting task, especially when considering factors like soil type, sunlight, and climate. Our expert team is here to guide you through the planting process, ensuring your garden thrives with the perfect selection of vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers suitable for March planting. From assessing your garden beds to recommending the ideal plants for early spring, we provide personalized advice and hands-on assistance to transform your outdoor space into a flourishing oasis.
Don’t leave your garden’s success to chance—reach out to Doctor’s Lawn and Landscape today at 913-681-8041 and let us help you create a vibrant and productive garden that will bring joy and bountiful harvests throughout the growing season!
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