Fall planting question

[desertcat]

I've been having so much fun killing bugs and pulling weeds that I don't want the joy to end too soon, so I 'm going to try some fall plantings this year.

Now, my question is...when do I put the stuff (mainly broccoli) that I start indoors out in the garden? Spring planting is kind of a no brainer, but am I waiting for certain temps, hours of daylight, or just a strong seedling?

Actually the garden has exceded my expectations this year and it's a lot more fun to kill weeds than clean house!

 

[obsessed]

I would wait for your temps to cool a bit. Check out the LSU ag site for a cool pdf. I think your temps should be similar and you can use it as a guide if Texas doesn't have one. As for me I started my broccoli, collards, Brussels sprouts but won't plant til early September. I will also plant late season beans in late august.

 

[hoodat]

Check the date to maturity and your expected first frost date. Plant accordingly, remembering that anything in the cole family (cabbage, kale, collars, broccoli and cauliflower actually taste better after a light frost. It takes a hard freeze to kill them. Chinese greens are usually more heat tolerant so can be planted right about now.

 

[beavis]

Good question!

I am also a bit more iffy here in San Diego as to when to plant.

Digitalseed says now for many crops, but Aug/Sept and even October can sure be hot!

 

[hoodat]

Good question!

I am also a bit more iffy here in San Diego as to when to plant.

Digitalseed says now for many crops, but Aug/Sept and even October can sure be hot!

I already have my kailaan and red mustard up and growing but I'm not as hot here on the coast as you are.