What to plant this week in Zone 1b
Zone 1b is currently deep in winter, with the last frost not expected until June 10th. No plants can be sown or transplanted right now as the ground remains frozen and unsafe for gardening.
In the ground
Sow this week
No direct sowing windows open this week.
Move out
Transplant this week
Nothing is due to go out this week.
Coming ripe
Harvest soon
No harvest windows opening just yet.
Do this now
Seasonal tips
- Focus on indoor seed starting for spring crops like peas and lettuce to get a head start before June.
- Plan your garden layout and order seeds while waiting for the thaw.
- Check stored mulch and tools, ensuring everything is ready for soil prep once the ground warms up.
Keep watch
Pest & disease watch
Nothing notable is active right now.
Water
Watering this week
Skip outdoor watering entirely until the ground thaws to prevent root rot or frost damage.
One more thing
Use this quiet week to research companion planting strategies that will boost your spring harvests later this year.