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1Pepper
Dragon's Breath
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Hot pepper
Transplant
Feb 10 – Jun 1
February, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 100 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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2Pepper
Cayenne
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Hot pepper
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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3Pepper
Dracula
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Ornamental hot pepper
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat
4Tomato
Big Mama Hybrid
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Indeterminate paste tomato
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 80 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Trellis
5Echinacea
White
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Coneflower
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; tolerates partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
6Pepper
Grand Bell Mix
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Sweet bell pepper
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat
7Cucumber
Cucamelon
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Cucamelon / Mexican sour gherkin
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 65–75 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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8Cucumber
Jelly Melon
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Jelly melon / African horned kiwano
Transplant
Apr 7 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
9Cucumber
Poona Kheera
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Vining cucumber
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
10Cucumber
Little Potato
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Vining cucumber
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
11Cucumber
National Pickling
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Pickling cucumber
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 52 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
12Cucumber
Muncher
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Vining slicing cucumber
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 60 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
13Beans
Tendergreen BUSH
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Bush snap bean
Direct Sow
May 15 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 16 days · Maturity: 52–53 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2-3 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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14Dragonfruit
Purple
Vegetable
Cactaceae
Climbing tropical fruit cactus
Start Indoors
Jan 1 – Dec 31
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
In Seed Bank
Germination: 30 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Bright light/full sun when acclimated; young plants may benefit from partial shade · Spacing: Container; pot up gradually
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Heat · Drought · Trellis
15Strawberry
Yellow Wonder
Vegetable
Rosaceae
Alpine strawberry (Fragaria vesca)
Start Indoors
Feb 1 – May 31
February, March, April, May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 48 days · Maturity: 120 days
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
16Catnip
No variety
Herb
Lamiaceae
Herb
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Sep 30
March, April, May, June, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
17Lavender
Munstead
Herb
Lamiaceae
English lavender
Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 28 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
18Milk Thistle
No variety
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – May 15
March, April, May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Heat · Drought
19Fenugreek
No variety
Herb
Fabaceae
Culinary/medicinal herb
Direct Sow
Apr 15 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 20 days · Maturity: 30–45 days for leaves; seed in about 60-90 days
Sun: Full sun to partial sun; 4-6+ hours · Spacing: 6-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
20Anise
No variety
Herb
Apiaceae
Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
Direct Sow
May 5 – May 20
May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 130 days to mature seed
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
21Citronella
No variety
Herb
Poaceae
Citronella-type aromatic grass
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 35 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Perennial · Heat
22Black Cumin
No variety
Herb
Ranunculaceae
Black cumin / black seed (Nigella sativa)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Jun 1
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 90–120 days to mature seed
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
23Sage
No variety
Herb
Lamiaceae
Common sage (Salvia officinalis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
24Broccoli
Green Sprouting Calabrese
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Heading/sprouting broccoli
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Aug 10
March, April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 70–90 days
Sun: Full sun; tolerates partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: University of Minnesota Extension; San Diego Seed Company; Terroir Seeds/Underwood Gardens; Ferry-Morse; Redford frost-date data
Container · Pollinator · Frost
25Chamomile
German
Herb
Asteraceae
German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
26Toothache
No variety
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Toothache plant (Spilanthes/Acmella)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
27Ashwagandha
No variety
Medicinal
Solanaceae
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 20 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat · Drought
28False Daisy
No variety
Medicinal
Asteraceae
False daisy / Bhringraj (Eclipta prostrata)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 105 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
29Echinacea
Paradox
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Yellow coneflower (Echinacea paradoxa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Nov 30
March, April, May, June, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
30Echinacea
Purple & White mix
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Coneflower mix (primarily Echinacea purpurea types)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Nov 30
March, April, May, June, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
31Echinacea
Purple
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Nov 30
March, April, May, June, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
32Calendula
Pacific Beauty
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Calendula / pot marigold (Calendula officinalis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 1 – Aug 15
April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 45–60 days to first bloom
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Heat · Drought
33Calendula
Oktoberfest
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Calendula / pot marigold (Calendula officinalis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 1 – Aug 15
April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: 50–55 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 15-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
34Luffa
No variety
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Sponge gourd / luffa (Luffa aegyptiaca)
Transplant
Apr 1 – Jun 1
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 125 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-48 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
35Elecampane
No variety
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Elecampane (Inula helenium)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 15 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost
36Lavender
English
Herb
Lamiaceae
English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 1
February, March, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
37Elderberry
No variety
Medicinal
Viburnaceae
American elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Aug 1 – Nov 30
August, September, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 90 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade; best fruiting in full sun · Spacing: 6-15 ft
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
38Lemon Balm
No variety
Herb
Lamiaceae
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
39Rosehips
No variety
Medicinal
Rosaceae
Rose grown for hips (Rosa spp.)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Oct 1 – Nov 30
October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 120 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 3–6 ft
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
40Blue Vervain
No variety
Medicinal
Verbenaceae
Blue vervain (Verbena hastata)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 15 – May 31
March, April, May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 28 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
41Motherwort
No variety
Medicinal
Lamiaceae
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 15 – May 31
March, April, May, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 60 days to first herbal harvest
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
42Sage
Broadleaf
Herb
Lamiaceae
Broadleaf garden sage (Salvia officinalis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
43Parsley
Big Italy
Herb
Apiaceae
Italian flat-leaf parsley
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 30 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Frost
44Basil
Sweet Italian
Herb
Lamiaceae
Sweet Italian basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator
45Basil
Genovese
Herb
Lamiaceae
Genovese basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator
46Thyme
No variety
Herb
Lamiaceae
Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 15
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6-8 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
47Oregano
Greek
Herb
Lamiaceae
Greek oregano (Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 15
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
48Red Clover
No variety
Medicinal
Fabaceae
Red clover (Trifolium pratense)
Direct Sow
Feb 15 – Sep 15
February, March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: Broadcast or 2–6 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost
49White Clover
No variety
Flower
Fabaceae
White clover (Trifolium repens)
Direct Sow
Mar 1 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: Broadcast or 2–6 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
50Stinging Nettle
No variety
Medicinal
Urticaceae
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – May 31
March, April, May, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
51Goldenrod
No variety
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Nov 30
March, April, May, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 30 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; some species tolerate partial shade · Spacing: 12–24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
52Chicory
No variety
Herb
Asteraceae
Common chicory (Cichorium intybus)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Aug 31
April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
53Mullein
No variety
Medicinal
Scrophulariaceae
Common mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 15 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; tolerates some shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Heat · Drought
54Alfalfa
No variety
Herb
Fabaceae
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Aug 31
April, May, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: Broadcast or 2–6 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
55Lemon Grass
No variety
Herb
Poaceae
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon spp.)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Medicinal · Perennial · Heat
56Feverfew
No variety
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
57Echinacea
Paradise Mix
Flower
Asteraceae
Hybrid coneflower mix
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Nov 30
March, April, May, June, October, November
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
58Yarrow
Love Parade
Flower
Asteraceae
Siberian yarrow (Achillea sibirica)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
59Basil
Spicy Globe
Herb
Lamiaceae
Compact globe basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 70 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Fedco Seeds; Everwilde Farms; University of Minnesota Extension; Michigan State University pollinator guidance; Redford frost-date data
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60Yarrow
White
Medicinal
Asteraceae
Common yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; tolerates partial shade · Spacing: 12-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
61Sunflower
Mammoth Russian
Flower
Asteraceae
Giant annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
62Sunflower
Evening Sun Mixed
Flower
Asteraceae
Branching annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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63Sunflower
Mammoth
Flower
Asteraceae
Giant annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
64Sunflower
Teddy Bear
Flower
Asteraceae
Dwarf double sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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65Sunflower
Autumn Beauty
Flower
Asteraceae
Branching annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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66Sunflower
Mixed Colors
Flower
Asteraceae
Mixed annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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67Sunflower
Grey striped mammoth
Flower
Asteraceae
Giant confectionery sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jun 20
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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68Sunflower
Black Oil
Flower
Asteraceae
Oilseed sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 1
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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69Sunflower
American Giant
Flower
Asteraceae
American Giant hybrid sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jun 15
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 120 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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70Coleus
Rainbow Mix
Flower
Lamiaceae
Ornamental coleus foliage mix (Coleus scutellarioides)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Partial shade to shade; protect from intense afternoon sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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71Squash
Dark Green Zucchini
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Bush summer squash / zucchini (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jul 20
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 50 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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72Squash
Fordhook Zucchini
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Bush summer squash / zucchini (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 57 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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73Gourd
Ornamental Mix
Flower
Cucurbitaceae
Mixed ornamental gourd (primarily Cucurbita pepo types)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 100–130 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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74Gourd
Cornucopia Mix
Flower
Cucurbitaceae
Mixed ornamental gourd
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jun 10
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 110 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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75Gourd
Sherriot Crown of Thorns
Flower
Cucurbitaceae
Shenot Crown of Thorns ornamental gourd (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jun 1
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 110–125 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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76Carrot
Danvers 126
Vegetable
Apiaceae
Storage carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Aug 15
April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 25 days · Maturity: 65–70 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 3 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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77Pumpkin
Baby Boo
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Miniature white pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 95–100 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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78Pumpkin
Jack O Lantern
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Carving pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 90–100 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 36-48 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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79Pumpkin
Howden
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Jack-o'-lantern pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 1
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 115–120 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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80Lettuce
Iceberg
Vegetable
Asteraceae
Crisphead lettuce (Lactuca sativa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Sep 1
March, April, May, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 10-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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81Lettuce
Mesclun
Vegetable
Asteraceae
Mixed baby salad greens
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Sep 15
April, May, June, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 3-5 seeds/in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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82Spinach
America
Vegetable
Amaranthaceae
Savoy spinach (Spinacia oleracea)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 43–55 days
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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83Kale
Siberian
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Siberian kale (Brassica napus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 25–60 days 25 days baby leaf; about 60 days full size
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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84Broccoli
De Cicco
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Sprouting broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 48–65 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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85Watermelon
Sweet Siberian
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 80–85 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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86Watermelon
Banana
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Muskmelon (Cucumis melo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 80–100 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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87Tomato
Peron Sprayless
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Slicing tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 70 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: True Leaf Market; Annie's Heirloom Seeds; MSU Extension
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88Watermelon
Moons & Stars
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 90 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 36-48 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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89Watermelon
Sugar Baby
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Icebox watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 20
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75–85 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 36-48 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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90Cantaloupe
Hales Best Jumbo
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Muskmelon/cantaloupe (Cucumis melo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 85–110 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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91Cantaloupe
Jenny Lind
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Heirloom muskmelon (Cucumis melo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 20
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75–85 days
Sun: Full sun; 8+ hours/day · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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92Cantaloupe
Planters Jumbo
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Muskmelon/cantaloupe (Cucumis melo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 85–88 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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93Tomato
Roma
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Determinate paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75–80 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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94Tomato
San Marzano
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Indeterminate Italian paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: 78–85 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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95Tomato
Federle
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Indeterminate paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 85 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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96Beets
Detroit Dark Red
Vegetable
Amaranthaceae
Table beet (Beta vulgaris)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Aug 20
March, April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 55–60 days
Sun: Full sun; tolerates partial shade · Spacing: 3-4 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Urban Farmer; Botanical Interests; MSU Extension
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97Corn
Strawberry Popcorn
Vegetable
Poaceae
Popcorn (Zea mays)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jun 15
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 95–100 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Heat
98Cucumber
Beit Alpha
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Beit Alpha slicing cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 50–65 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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99Corn
Early Golden Bantam
Vegetable
Poaceae
Sweet corn (Zea mays)
Direct Sow
May 15 – Jul 1
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 75–80 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Heat
100Beans
Tendergreen Improved
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Bush snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 16 days · Maturity: 52 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2-4 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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101Peas
Alaska
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Dwarf shelling pea (Pisum sativum)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Aug 20
March, April, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 55 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 2-4 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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102Onion
Ailsa Craig
Vegetable
Amaryllidaceae
Long-day bulbing onion (Allium cepa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – May 15
March, April, May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 105 days from direct seeding; approximately 10-15 days less from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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103Onion
White Lisbon Bunching
Vegetable
Amaryllidaceae
Bunching/green onion (Allium cepa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 15 – Sep 1
March, April, May, June, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 60–100 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 1-2 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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104Cucumber
Straight 8
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Slicing cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 58 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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105Pumpkin
Wee-B-Little
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Miniature semi-bush pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 95 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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106Beans
Blue lake stringless
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Pole snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 8 days · Maturity: 60 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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107Tomato
Amish Paste
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Indeterminate paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 85 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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108Corn
Glass gem
Vegetable
Poaceae
Flint/popcorn corn (Zea mays)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jun 10
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 110–120 days to fully dry mature ears
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Heat
109Pepper
Banana
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Banana-type pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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110Pepper
Serrano Chili
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Hot chile pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 75–85 days from transplant
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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111Sunflower
Moonwalk
Flower
Asteraceae
Annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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112Sunflower
Procut White Lite
Flower
Asteraceae
Single-stem pollenless hybrid sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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113Sunflower
Bohemian Rhapsody
Flower
Asteraceae
Branching pollenless sunflower mix (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 55–65 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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114Sunflower
Chocolate Cherry
Flower
Asteraceae
Branching heirloom sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 65–75 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun; 8-12 hours/day · Spacing: 16 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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115Sunflower
Black Beauty
Flower
Asteraceae
Branching pollenless sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 20
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 50–55 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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116Moonflower
No variety
Flower
Convolvulaceae
Moonflower vine (Ipomoea alba)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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117Chinese Lantern
No variety
Flower
Solanaceae
Chinese lantern (Physalis alkekengi)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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118China Rose
No variety
Flower
Rosaceae
China rose (Rosa chinensis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 28 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6-8 ft
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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119Coleus
Pinto Mix
Flower
Lamiaceae
Ornamental foliage coleus (Coleus scutellarioides)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Feb 10 – Jun 15
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 20 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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120Nasturtiums
Unknown Variety
Flower
Tropaeolaceae
Garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum spp.)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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121Marigold
French Dwarf
Flower
Asteraceae
Dwarf French marigold (Tagetes patula)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 1 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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122Marigold
Crackerjack
Flower
Asteraceae
African marigold (Tagetes erecta)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 1 – Jun 30
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 70–85 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 10-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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123Onion
Tokyo Long White Bunching
Vegetable
Amaryllidaceae
Japanese bunching onion (Allium fistulosum)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Feb 24 – Sep 1
February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 15 days · Maturity: 65 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 1/2-1 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: True Leaf Market/Kitazawa; Southern Exposure Seed Exchange; Underwood Gardens; University of Minnesota Extension; Redford frost-date data
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124Marigold
Sparky Mix
Flower
Asteraceae
French marigold mix (Tagetes patula)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 1 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: 45–50 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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126Pansy
Super Beaconsfield
Flower
Violaceae
Giant Swiss pansy (Viola × wittrockiana)
Transplant
Feb 10 – Apr 30
February, March, April
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 70–85 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-10 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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127Pansy
Berna Velvet Blue
Flower
Violaceae
Pansy (Viola × wittrockiana)
Transplant
Feb 10 – Apr 30
February, March, April
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-10 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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128Celosia
Pastel Mix
Flower
Amaranthaceae
Mixed celosia (Celosia argentea types)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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129Celosia
Kumquat Orange
Flower
Amaranthaceae
Cockscomb celosia (Celosia argentea var. cristata)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-9 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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130Celosia
Mauve & Red mix
Flower
Amaranthaceae
Mixed celosia (Celosia argentea types)
Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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131Mimosa
Sensitive Plant
Flower
Fabaceae
Sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 28 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-15 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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132Cactus
Mixed
Flower
Cactaceae
Mixed cactus species
Start Indoors
Jan 1 – Dec 31
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Bright light; mature plants generally prefer strong light to full sun depending on species · Spacing: Container; varies
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Heat · Drought
133Zinnia
Lilliput Mix
Flower
Asteraceae
Pompon zinnia mix (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: 60–70 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 9-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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134Zinnia
Queen Lime
Flower
Asteraceae
Double-flowered zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 9-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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135Asters
Krallen Dark Purple
Flower
Asteraceae
China aster (Callistephus chinensis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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136Asters
Gala Lavender
Flower
Asteraceae
China aster (Callistephus chinensis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 100 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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137Asters
Purple
Flower
Asteraceae
China aster (Callistephus chinensis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Container · Pollinator
138Asters
Pompom Constellation
Flower
Asteraceae
Pompon China aster (Callistephus chinensis)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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139Zinnia
Yellow
Flower
Asteraceae
Yellow zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 9-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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140Snapdragon
Unknown
Flower
Plantaginaceae
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)
Transplant
Feb 24 – May 31
February, March, April, May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 4-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
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141Sweet William
Double Flowered mixed colors
Flower
Caryophyllaceae
Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Johnny's Selected Seeds; Ferry-Morse; Redford frost dates
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142Rosemary
No variety
Herb
Lamiaceae
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus; syn. Rosmarinus officinalis)
Transplant
Feb 10 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 80–100 days to first stem-tip harvest
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: Johnny's Selected Seeds; NC State Extension; UMN Extension
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
143Peas
Sugar Snap
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Snap pea (Pisum sativum)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Aug 15
March, April, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 70 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 1.5-2 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Johnny's Selected Seeds; Johnny's succession chart; Utah State Extension
Container · Pollinator · Frost · Trellis
144Peas
Little marvel
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Dwarf shelling pea (Pisum sativum)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Aug 15
March, April, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 30 days · Maturity: 60 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 4 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Urban Farmer; Gurney's; Utah State Extension
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145Larkspur
Giant Imperial
Flower
Ranunculaceae
Annual larkspur (Consolida ajacis)
Direct Sow
Apr 7 – Apr 14
April
In Seed Bank
Germination: 35 days · Maturity: 98 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Select Seeds; Ferry-Morse; NC State Extension; Utah State Extension
Pollinator · Frost · Drought
146Bee Balm
Light Purple
Herb
Lamiaceae
Bee balm / wild bergamot (Monarda spp.)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 1 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: Johnny's Selected Seeds; Johnny's; NC State Extension; UMN Extension mildew
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
147Dill
Mammoth
Herb
Apiaceae
Mammoth dill (Anethum graveolens)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Jul 31
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: UMN Extension; Ferry-Morse; Rohrer Seeds; MSU companion planting
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost
148Carrots
Denver Half Long
Vegetable
Apiaceae
Danvers-type carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Aug 15
April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 18 days · Maturity: 70 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2-3 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Annie's Heirloom Seeds; Gurney's; Baker Creek
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149Carrots
Rainbow Mix
Vegetable
Apiaceae
Mixed-color carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Aug 15
April, May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2-3 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Sow Right Seeds; Urban Farmer; UMN Extension
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150Cucumber
Space Master
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Compact slicing cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 55 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; Utah State Extension
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151Zinnia
California Giant
Flower
Asteraceae
Giant-flowered zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension; UMN Extension mildew
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
152Zinnia
Candy Cane
Flower
Asteraceae
Striped zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 12 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 9-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; Fruition Seeds; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
153Zinnia
Semi-dwarf Pumila MC
Flower
Asteraceae
Semi-dwarf zinnia mix (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: 65 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 9-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Hudson Valley Seed; Bumble Seeds; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
154Lettuce
Grand Rapids
Vegetable
Asteraceae
Loose-leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Sep 1
March, April, May, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 45 days
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Urban Farmer; McKenzie Seeds; UMN Extension
Container · Frost
155Lettuce
Parris Island Cos (Romaine)
Vegetable
Asteraceae
Romaine lettuce (Lactuca sativa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Sep 1
March, April, May, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 28–55 days 28 days baby leaf; 55 days full size
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Botanical Interests; Fedco Seeds; UMN Extension
Container · Frost · Heat
156Lettuce
Black Seeded Simpson
Vegetable
Asteraceae
Loose-leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Sep 1
March, April, May, July, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 32–46 days 32 days baby leaf; 46 days full size
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 8-10 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Urban Farmer; Botanical Interests; UMN Extension
Container · Frost
157Ground Cherry
Aunt Molly
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Ground cherry (Physalis pruinosa)
Transplant
Mar 10 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 65 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Territorial Seed; Kitchen Garden Seeds; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
158Cantaloupe
Unknown
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Muskmelon/cantaloupe (Cucumis melo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Iowa State Extension; MSU Extension
Pollinator · Heat
159Watermelon
Sugar baby
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Icebox watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 20
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75–85 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 36-60 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Bank on Seeds; Earl May; MSU Extension
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160Pepper
Red Lesya
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Sweet pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 75–85 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Pepper Geek; Martha's Garden Seeds; MSU Extension
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161Pumpkin
Uknown
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Pumpkin (Cucurbita spp.)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: University of Minnesota Extension; MSU Extension
Pollinator · Heat
162Squash
Early yellow straight neck
Vegetable
Cucurbitaceae
Yellow straightneck summer squash (Cucurbita pepo)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jul 20
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 42 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Botanical Interests; Rare Seeds; MSU Extension
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163Pepper
Sweet Bell Mix
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Mixed sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum)
Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
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164Gourd
Birdhouse
Flower
Cucurbitaceae
Bottle/birdhouse gourd (Lagenaria siceraria)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 14 – Jun 1
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 13 days · Maturity: 100 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: UNH Extension; UF/IFAS; MSU Extension
Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
165Okra
Clemson Spinelesss
Vegetable
Malvaceae
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 21 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 58 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Clemson Extension; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
166Eggplant
Long purple
Vegetable
Solanaceae
Italian-type eggplant (Solanum melongena)
Transplant
Feb 24 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 70–80 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; Burpee; MSU Extension
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167Radish
Champion
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Round spring radish (Raphanus sativus)
Direct Sow
Mar 24 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 25–28 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
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168Radish
Cherry Belle
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Round spring radish (Raphanus sativus)
Direct Sow
Mar 24 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 21–22 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Botanical Interests; MSU Extension
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169Radish
Daikon
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Daikon radish (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus)
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Aug 15
April, May, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 50–65 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: UF/IFAS; University of Maryland Extension; MSU Extension
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170Radish
Easter Egg
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Mixed-color spring radish (Raphanus sativus)
Direct Sow
Mar 24 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 24–30 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Urban Farmer; MSU Extension
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171Brussel Sprouts
Long Island
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera)
Transplant
May 15 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 85–110 days approximately 85-110 days depending on seed source and growing conditions
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Botanical Interests; Rare Seeds; MSU Extension
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172Cabbage
Red Acre
Vegetable
Brassicaceae
Red heading cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 10 – Jul 15
March, April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 12 days · Maturity: 75–90 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12-18 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Botanical Interests; MSU Extension
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173Cilantro
Slow Bolting
Herb
Apiaceae
Cilantro/coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Direct Sow
Mar 24 – Sep 15
March, April, May, June, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 30–45 days to leaf harvest
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 3-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: San Diego Seed Company; Rare Seeds; MSU Extension
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174Cilantro
Unknown
Herb
Apiaceae
Cilantro/coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Direct Sow
Mar 24 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 28–45 days to leaf harvest
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 3-8 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Cornell Garden-Based Learning; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost
175Cat Grass
Oat Grass
Herb
Poaceae
Oat cat grass (Avena sativa)
Start Indoors
Jan 1 – Dec 31
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
In Seed Bank
Germination: 7 days · Maturity: 10–15 days to pet-grazing height
Sun: Full sun to partial shade; bright light indoors · Spacing: Dense sowing in containers
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Burpee
Container · Frost
176Spinach
Unknown
Vegetable
Amaranthaceae
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Cornell Garden-Based Learning; MSU Extension
Container · Frost
177Spinach
Giant Noble
Vegetable
Amaranthaceae
Smooth-leaf spinach (Spinacia oleracea)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Sep 15
March, April, May, August, September
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 40–50 days to leaf harvest
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: True Leaf Market; MSU Extension
Container · Frost
178Plantain
Common
Medicinal
Plantaginaceae
Common/broadleaf plantain (Plantago major)
Direct Sow
Mar 1 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 28 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: NC State Extension; Rare Seeds
Container · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
179Plantain
Black Seed
Medicinal
Plantaginaceae
Blackseed/Rugel's plantain (Plantago rugelii)
Direct Sow
Mar 1 – Jun 1
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: Not recorded · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 6-12 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: Ohio State Weed Guide; Minnesota Wildflowers
Container · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
180Beans
Johnny Seeds trilogy bush beans
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Mixed bush snap beans (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 55 days from direct seeding; individual components mature sequentially
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Johnny's Selected Seeds; MSU Extension
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181Beans
Kentucky Wonder
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Pole snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 1
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 8 days · Maturity: 60–68 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: San Diego Seed Company; Renee's Garden; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
182Beans
Contender
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Bush snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 50–55 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 5-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Gurney's; San Diego Seed Company; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
183Beans
Light Red Kidney
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 85–95 days to dry bean harvest
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Annie's Heirloom Seeds; FDA natural toxins; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat
184Beans
Dark Red Kidney
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 8 days · Maturity: 95–96 days to dry bean harvest
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 3-4 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Everwilde Farms; FDA natural toxins; MSU Extension
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185Corn
Early Golden Bantam Hybrid
Vegetable
Poaceae
Yellow sweet corn (Zea mays subsp. mays)
Direct Sow
May 15 – Jul 1
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75–80 days
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Heat
186Corn
Unknown
Vegetable
Poaceae
Corn (Zea mays)
Direct Sow
May 15 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 8-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: MSU Extension
Heat
187Beans
Cherokee Wax Yellow Bush
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Yellow wax bush bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 50–55 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 2-3 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
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188Beans
Golden Wax Bush
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Yellow wax bush bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Aug 15
May, June, July, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: 50–60 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 3-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Underwood Gardens; MSU Extension
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189Peas
Sugar Magnolia Tendril
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Purple-podded snap pea (Pisum sativum)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – Aug 15
March, April, August
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 50–70 days from direct seeding
Sun: Full sun to partial shade · Spacing: 2-3 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Burpee; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Frost · Trellis
190Beans
Domigo Rojo
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 100 days to dry seed
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 3-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Siskiyou Seeds; MSU Extension
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191Beans
Small Red
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Semi-bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jul 15
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75 days to dry bean harvest
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Southern Exposure Seed Exchange; Everwilde Farms; MSU Extension
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192Beans
Hopi Purple Stringy Bush
Vegetable
Fabaceae
Semi-vining bush dry/snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Direct Sow
May 19 – Jun 30
May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 100 days to dry bean harvest
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 4-6 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: High Desert Seed; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
193Sunflower
Skyscraper
Flower
Asteraceae
Giant annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Direct Sow
May 6 – Jul 1
May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 10 days · Maturity: 75 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Hudson Valley Seed; Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Pollinator · Heat · Drought · Trellis
194Parsnip
Hollow Crown
Vegetable
Apiaceae
Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa)
Direct Sow
Mar 15 – May 15
March, April, May
In Seed Bank
Germination: 56 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 3-4 in
Life cycle: Biennial · Source: Utah State Extension; Alliance of Native Seed Keepers; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Frost
195Zinnia
Purple Prince
Flower
Asteraceae
Large-flowered zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jul 15
April, May, June, July
In Seed Bank
Germination: 6 days · Maturity: 60–70 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 9-12 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Rare Seeds; Pinetree Garden Seeds; MSU Extension
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196Perennial Mix
Flowers
Flower
Mixed perennial and possibly biennial flowering species
Direct Sow
Apr 1 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 30 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Usually full sun; exact light needs depend on the species in the packet · Spacing: Broadcast according to packet rate; final spacing varies by species
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: Earth Science; Eden Brothers; MSU Extension
Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
197Partial Shade Mix
Flowers
Flower
Mixed annual, biennial and perennial shade-tolerant flowering species
Direct Sow
Apr 15 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 30 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Partial shade; approximately 1-4 hours of direct sun or strong filtered light for many commercial shade mixes · Spacing: Broadcast according to packet rate; final spacing varies by species
Life cycle: Not recorded · Source: Buffalo Brand Seed; Outsidepride; MSU Extension
Pollinator
198Moonflower
Giant White
Flower
Convolvulaceae
Moonflower vine (Ipomoea alba)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Mar 24 – Jun 15
March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: 60–90 days to bloom
Sun: Full sun to partial sun · Spacing: 8-10 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Rare Seeds; Better Homes & Gardens; MSU Extension
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
199Hibiscus
Giant
Flower
Malvaceae
Hibiscus (Hibiscus spp.)
Start Indoors
Feb 10 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: Not recorded · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: Unknown — mature size varies greatly by species/cultivar
Life cycle: Not recorded · Source: Clemson Cooperative Extension; Proven Winners
Pollinator · Heat
200Hibiscus
Red Dinner Plate
Flower
Malvaceae
Hardy perennial hibiscus / rose mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos-type hybrid)
Start Indoors
Feb 10 – Jun 1
February, March, April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 21 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 24-36 in
Life cycle: Perennial · Source: Proven Winners; Organic India Seeds; Gardenia
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat
201Cleome
Color Fountain Mix
Flower
Cleomaceae
Spider flower (Tarenaya hassleriana; syn. Cleome hassleriana)
Direct Sow or Transplant
Apr 7 – Jun 15
April, May, June
In Seed Bank
Germination: 14 days · Maturity: Not recorded
Sun: Full sun · Spacing: 18-24 in
Life cycle: Annual · Source: Rohrer Seeds; MSU Extension
Pollinator · Heat · Drought

Dragon's Breath · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Hot pepper / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
100 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Cayenne · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Hot pepper / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Dracula · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Ornamental hot pepper / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Big Mama Hybrid · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Indeterminate paste tomato / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
80 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

White · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Coneflower / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, October, November
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; tolerates partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Grand Bell Mix · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Sweet bell pepper / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Cucamelon · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Cucamelon / Mexican sour gherkin / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
65–75 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Jelly Melon · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Jelly melon / African horned kiwano / Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Poona Kheera · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Vining cucumber / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Little Potato · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Vining cucumber / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

National Pickling · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Pickling cucumber / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
52 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Muncher · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Vining slicing cucumber / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
60 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Tendergreen BUSH · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Bush snap bean / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 15 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
16 days
Harvest/Maturity
52–53 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2-3 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Purple · Vegetable · Cactaceae

Type / Method
Climbing tropical fruit cactus / Start Indoors
Planting Window
Jan 1 – Dec 31
Plantable Months
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Germination
30 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Bright light/full sun when acclimated; young plants may benefit from partial shade / Container; pot up gradually
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Heat · Drought · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Yellow Wonder · Vegetable · Rosaceae

Type / Method
Alpine strawberry (Fragaria vesca) / Start Indoors
Planting Window
Feb 1 – May 31
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May
Germination
48 days
Harvest/Maturity
120 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Herb / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Sep 30
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Munstead · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
English lavender / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
28 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – May 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Culinary/medicinal herb / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 15 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
20 days
Harvest/Maturity
30–45 days for leaves; seed in about 60-90 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial sun; 4-6+ hours / 6-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Anise (Pimpinella anisum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 5 – May 20
Plantable Months
May
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
130 days to mature seed
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Poaceae

Type / Method
Citronella-type aromatic grass / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
35 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Perennial · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Ranunculaceae

Type / Method
Black cumin / black seed (Nigella sativa) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
90–120 days to mature seed
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sage

#23

No variety · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Common sage (Salvia officinalis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Green Sprouting Calabrese · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Heading/sprouting broccoli / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Aug 10
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
70–90 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; tolerates partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
University of Minnesota Extension; San Diego Seed Company; Terroir Seeds/Underwood Gardens; Ferry-Morse; Redford frost-date data
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

German · Herb · Asteraceae

Type / Method
German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Toothache plant (Spilanthes/Acmella) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
20 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
False daisy / Bhringraj (Eclipta prostrata) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
105 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Paradox · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Yellow coneflower (Echinacea paradoxa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, October, November
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Purple & White mix · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Coneflower mix (primarily Echinacea purpurea types) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, October, November
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Purple · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, October, November
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pacific Beauty · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Calendula / pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
45–60 days to first bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Oktoberfest · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Calendula / pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–55 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 15-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Sponge gourd / luffa (Luffa aegyptiaca) / Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
125 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-48 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Elecampane (Inula helenium) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

English · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Viburnaceae

Type / Method
American elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Aug 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
August, September, October, November
Germination
90 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade; best fruiting in full sun / 6-15 ft
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Rosaceae

Type / Method
Rose grown for hips (Rosa spp.) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Oct 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
October, November
Germination
120 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 3–6 ft
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Verbenaceae

Type / Method
Blue vervain (Verbena hastata) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 15 – May 31
Plantable Months
March, April, May
Germination
28 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 15 – May 31
Plantable Months
March, April, May, October, November
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
60 days to first herbal harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sage

#42

Broadleaf · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Broadleaf garden sage (Salvia officinalis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Big Italy · Herb · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Italian flat-leaf parsley / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
30 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sweet Italian · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Sweet Italian basil (Ocimum basilicum) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Genovese · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Genovese basil (Ocimum basilicum) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6-8 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Greek · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Greek oregano (Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Feb 15 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, August, September
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / Broadcast or 2–6 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Flower · Fabaceae

Type / Method
White clover (Trifolium repens) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / Broadcast or 2–6 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Urticaceae

Type / Method
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – May 31
Plantable Months
March, April, May, October, November
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
March, April, May, October, November
Germination
30 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; some species tolerate partial shade / 12–24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Common chicory (Cichorium intybus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 31
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Scrophulariaceae

Type / Method
Common mullein (Verbascum thapsus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; tolerates some shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 31
Plantable Months
April, May, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / Broadcast or 2–6 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Poaceae

Type / Method
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon spp.) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Medicinal · Perennial · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Paradise Mix · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Hybrid coneflower mix / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Nov 30
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, October, November
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Love Parade · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Siberian yarrow (Achillea sibirica) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Spicy Globe · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Compact globe basil (Ocimum basilicum) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
70 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Fedco Seeds; Everwilde Farms; University of Minnesota Extension; Michigan State University pollinator guidance; Redford frost-date data
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

White · Medicinal · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Common yarrow (Achillea millefolium) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; tolerates partial shade / 12-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Mammoth Russian · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Giant annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Evening Sun Mixed · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Branching annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Mammoth · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Giant annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Teddy Bear · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Dwarf double sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Autumn Beauty · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Branching annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Mixed Colors · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Mixed annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Grey striped mammoth · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Giant confectionery sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jun 20
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Black Oil · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Oilseed sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 1
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 6-8+ hours/day / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

American Giant · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
American Giant hybrid sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
120 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Rainbow Mix · Flower · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Ornamental coleus foliage mix (Coleus scutellarioides) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Partial shade to shade; protect from intense afternoon sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Dark Green Zucchini · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Bush summer squash / zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jul 20
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
50 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Fordhook Zucchini · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Bush summer squash / zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
57 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Ornamental Mix · Flower · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Mixed ornamental gourd (primarily Cucurbita pepo types) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
100–130 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Cornucopia Mix · Flower · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Mixed ornamental gourd / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jun 10
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
110 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sherriot Crown of Thorns · Flower · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Shenot Crown of Thorns ornamental gourd (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
110–125 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Danvers 126 · Vegetable · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Storage carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August
Germination
25 days
Harvest/Maturity
65–70 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 3 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Baby Boo · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Miniature white pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
95–100 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Jack O Lantern · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Carving pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
90–100 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 36-48 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Howden · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Jack-o'-lantern pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
115–120 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Iceberg · Vegetable · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Crisphead lettuce (Lactuca sativa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Sep 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, July, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 10-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Mesclun · Vegetable · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Mixed baby salad greens / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 3-5 seeds/in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

America · Vegetable · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Savoy spinach (Spinacia oleracea) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
43–55 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Kale

#83

Siberian · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Siberian kale (Brassica napus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
25–60 days 25 days baby leaf; about 60 days full size
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

De Cicco · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Sprouting broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
48–65 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sweet Siberian · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
80–85 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Banana · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Muskmelon (Cucumis melo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
80–100 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Peron Sprayless · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Slicing tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
70 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
True Leaf Market; Annie's Heirloom Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Moons & Stars · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
90 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 36-48 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sugar Baby · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Icebox watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 20
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–85 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 36-48 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Hales Best Jumbo · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Muskmelon/cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
85–110 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Jenny Lind · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Heirloom muskmelon (Cucumis melo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 20
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–85 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 8+ hours/day / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Planters Jumbo · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Muskmelon/cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
85–88 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Roma · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Determinate paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–80 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

San Marzano · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Indeterminate Italian paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
78–85 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Federle · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Indeterminate paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
85 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Detroit Dark Red · Vegetable · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Table beet (Beta vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Aug 20
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
55–60 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; tolerates partial shade / 3-4 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Urban Farmer; Botanical Interests; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Corn

#97

Strawberry Popcorn · Vegetable · Poaceae

Type / Method
Popcorn (Zea mays) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
95–100 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beit Alpha · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Beit Alpha slicing cucumber (Cucumis sativus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–65 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Corn

#99

Early Golden Bantam · Vegetable · Poaceae

Type / Method
Sweet corn (Zea mays) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 15 – Jul 1
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–80 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#100

Tendergreen Improved · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Bush snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
16 days
Harvest/Maturity
52 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2-4 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Peas

#101

Alaska · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Dwarf shelling pea (Pisum sativum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Aug 20
Plantable Months
March, April, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
55 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 2-4 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Onion

#102

Ailsa Craig · Vegetable · Amaryllidaceae

Type / Method
Long-day bulbing onion (Allium cepa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – May 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
105 days from direct seeding; approximately 10-15 days less from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Onion

#103

White Lisbon Bunching · Vegetable · Amaryllidaceae

Type / Method
Bunching/green onion (Allium cepa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Sep 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
60–100 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 1-2 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Straight 8 · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Slicing cucumber (Cucumis sativus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
58 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Wee-B-Little · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Miniature semi-bush pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
95 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#106

Blue lake stringless · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Pole snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
8 days
Harvest/Maturity
60 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Tomato

#107

Amish Paste · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Indeterminate paste tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
85 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Corn

#108

Glass gem · Vegetable · Poaceae

Type / Method
Flint/popcorn corn (Zea mays) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jun 10
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
110–120 days to fully dry mature ears
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pepper

#109

Banana · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Banana-type pepper (Capsicum annuum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pepper

#110

Serrano Chili · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Hot chile pepper (Capsicum annuum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–85 days from transplant
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Moonwalk · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Procut White Lite · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Single-stem pollenless hybrid sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Bohemian Rhapsody · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Branching pollenless sunflower mix (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
55–65 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Chocolate Cherry · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Branching heirloom sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
65–75 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun; 8-12 hours/day / 16 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Black Beauty · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Branching pollenless sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 20
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–55 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Flower · Convolvulaceae

Type / Method
Moonflower vine (Ipomoea alba) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Flower · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Chinese lantern (Physalis alkekengi) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Flower · Rosaceae

Type / Method
China rose (Rosa chinensis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
28 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6-8 ft
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Coleus

#119

Pinto Mix · Flower · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Ornamental foliage coleus (Coleus scutellarioides) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
20 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Unknown Variety · Flower · Tropaeolaceae

Type / Method
Garden nasturtium (Tropaeolum spp.) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

French Dwarf · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Dwarf French marigold (Tagetes patula) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Crackerjack · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
African marigold (Tagetes erecta) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
70–85 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 10-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Onion

#123

Tokyo Long White Bunching · Vegetable · Amaryllidaceae

Type / Method
Japanese bunching onion (Allium fistulosum) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Sep 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Germination
15 days
Harvest/Maturity
65 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 1/2-1 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
True Leaf Market/Kitazawa; Southern Exposure Seed Exchange; Underwood Gardens; University of Minnesota Extension; Redford frost-date data
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sparky Mix · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
French marigold mix (Tagetes patula) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
45–50 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pansy

#126

Super Beaconsfield · Flower · Violaceae

Type / Method
Giant Swiss pansy (Viola × wittrockiana) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Apr 30
Plantable Months
February, March, April
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
70–85 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-10 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pansy

#127

Berna Velvet Blue · Flower · Violaceae

Type / Method
Pansy (Viola × wittrockiana) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Apr 30
Plantable Months
February, March, April
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-10 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pastel Mix · Flower · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Mixed celosia (Celosia argentea types) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Kumquat Orange · Flower · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Cockscomb celosia (Celosia argentea var. cristata) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-9 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Mauve & Red mix · Flower · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Mixed celosia (Celosia argentea types) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Mimosa

#131

Sensitive Plant · Flower · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
28 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-15 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Cactus

#132

Mixed · Flower · Cactaceae

Type / Method
Mixed cactus species / Start Indoors
Planting Window
Jan 1 – Dec 31
Plantable Months
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Bright light; mature plants generally prefer strong light to full sun depending on species / Container; varies
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#133

Lilliput Mix · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Pompon zinnia mix (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
60–70 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 9-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#134

Queen Lime · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Double-flowered zinnia (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 9-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Asters

#135

Krallen Dark Purple · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
China aster (Callistephus chinensis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Asters

#136

Gala Lavender · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
China aster (Callistephus chinensis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
100 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Asters

#137

Purple · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
China aster (Callistephus chinensis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Asters

#138

Pompom Constellation · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Pompon China aster (Callistephus chinensis) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#139

Yellow · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Yellow zinnia (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 9-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Unknown · Flower · Plantaginaceae

Type / Method
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – May 31
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 4-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension; Detroit frost dates; Almanac Detroit
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Double Flowered mixed colors · Flower · Caryophyllaceae

Type / Method
Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Johnny's Selected Seeds; Ferry-Morse; Redford frost dates
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

No variety · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus; syn. Rosmarinus officinalis) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
80–100 days to first stem-tip harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
Johnny's Selected Seeds; NC State Extension; UMN Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Peas

#143

Sugar Snap · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Snap pea (Pisum sativum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
March, April, August
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
70 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 1.5-2 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Johnny's Selected Seeds; Johnny's succession chart; Utah State Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Peas

#144

Little marvel · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Dwarf shelling pea (Pisum sativum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
March, April, August
Germination
30 days
Harvest/Maturity
60 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 4 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Urban Farmer; Gurney's; Utah State Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Giant Imperial · Flower · Ranunculaceae

Type / Method
Annual larkspur (Consolida ajacis) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Apr 14
Plantable Months
April
Germination
35 days
Harvest/Maturity
98 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Select Seeds; Ferry-Morse; NC State Extension; Utah State Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Frost · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Light Purple · Herb · Lamiaceae

Type / Method
Bee balm / wild bergamot (Monarda spp.) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
Johnny's Selected Seeds; Johnny's; NC State Extension; UMN Extension mildew
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Dill

#147

Mammoth · Herb · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Mammoth dill (Anethum graveolens) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jul 31
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
UMN Extension; Ferry-Morse; Rohrer Seeds; MSU companion planting
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Denver Half Long · Vegetable · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Danvers-type carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August
Germination
18 days
Harvest/Maturity
70 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2-3 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Annie's Heirloom Seeds; Gurney's; Baker Creek
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Rainbow Mix · Vegetable · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Mixed-color carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July, August
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2-3 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Sow Right Seeds; Urban Farmer; UMN Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Space Master · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Compact slicing cucumber (Cucumis sativus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
55 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; Utah State Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#151

California Giant · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Giant-flowered zinnia (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension; UMN Extension mildew
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#152

Candy Cane · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Striped zinnia (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
12 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 9-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; Fruition Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#153

Semi-dwarf Pumila MC · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Semi-dwarf zinnia mix (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
65 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 9-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Hudson Valley Seed; Bumble Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Grand Rapids · Vegetable · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Loose-leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Sep 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, July, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
45 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Urban Farmer; McKenzie Seeds; UMN Extension
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Parris Island Cos (Romaine) · Vegetable · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Romaine lettuce (Lactuca sativa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Sep 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, July, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
28–55 days 28 days baby leaf; 55 days full size
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Botanical Interests; Fedco Seeds; UMN Extension
Important Flags
Container · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Black Seeded Simpson · Vegetable · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Loose-leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Sep 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, July, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
32–46 days 32 days baby leaf; 46 days full size
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 8-10 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Urban Farmer; Botanical Interests; UMN Extension
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Aunt Molly · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Ground cherry (Physalis pruinosa) / Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
65 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Territorial Seed; Kitchen Garden Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Unknown · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Muskmelon/cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Iowa State Extension; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Sugar baby · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Icebox watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 20
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–85 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 36-60 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Bank on Seeds; Earl May; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pepper

#160

Red Lesya · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Sweet pepper (Capsicum annuum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–85 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Pepper Geek; Martha's Garden Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Uknown · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Pumpkin (Cucurbita spp.) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
University of Minnesota Extension; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Squash

#162

Early yellow straight neck · Vegetable · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Yellow straightneck summer squash (Cucurbita pepo) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jul 20
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
42 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Botanical Interests; Rare Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Pepper

#163

Sweet Bell Mix · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Mixed sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Gourd

#164

Birdhouse · Flower · Cucurbitaceae

Type / Method
Bottle/birdhouse gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 14 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
13 days
Harvest/Maturity
100 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
UNH Extension; UF/IFAS; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Okra

#165

Clemson Spinelesss · Vegetable · Malvaceae

Type / Method
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 21 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
58 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Clemson Extension; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Long purple · Vegetable · Solanaceae

Type / Method
Italian-type eggplant (Solanum melongena) / Transplant
Planting Window
Feb 24 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
70–80 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; Burpee; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Radish

#167

Champion · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Round spring radish (Raphanus sativus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
25–28 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Radish

#168

Cherry Belle · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Round spring radish (Raphanus sativus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
21–22 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Botanical Interests; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Radish

#169

Daikon · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Daikon radish (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
April, May, July, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–65 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
UF/IFAS; University of Maryland Extension; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Radish

#170

Easter Egg · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Mixed-color spring radish (Raphanus sativus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
24–30 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Urban Farmer; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Long Island · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) / Transplant
Planting Window
May 15 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
85–110 days approximately 85-110 days depending on seed source and growing conditions
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Botanical Interests; Rare Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Red Acre · Vegetable · Brassicaceae

Type / Method
Red heading cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 10 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, July
Germination
12 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–90 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12-18 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Botanical Interests; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Slow Bolting · Herb · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Cilantro/coriander (Coriandrum sativum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
30–45 days to leaf harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 3-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
San Diego Seed Company; Rare Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Unknown · Herb · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Cilantro/coriander (Coriandrum sativum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
28–45 days to leaf harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 3-8 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Cornell Garden-Based Learning; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Medicinal · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Oat Grass · Herb · Poaceae

Type / Method
Oat cat grass (Avena sativa) / Start Indoors
Planting Window
Jan 1 – Dec 31
Plantable Months
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Germination
7 days
Harvest/Maturity
10–15 days to pet-grazing height
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade; bright light indoors / Dense sowing in containers
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Burpee
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Unknown · Vegetable · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Cornell Garden-Based Learning; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Giant Noble · Vegetable · Amaranthaceae

Type / Method
Smooth-leaf spinach (Spinacia oleracea) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Sep 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, August, September
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
40–50 days to leaf harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
True Leaf Market; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Common · Medicinal · Plantaginaceae

Type / Method
Common/broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
28 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
NC State Extension; Rare Seeds
Important Flags
Container · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Black Seed · Medicinal · Plantaginaceae

Type / Method
Blackseed/Rugel's plantain (Plantago rugelii) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 1 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
Not recorded
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 6-12 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
Ohio State Weed Guide; Minnesota Wildflowers
Important Flags
Container · Medicinal · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#180

Johnny Seeds trilogy bush beans · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Mixed bush snap beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
55 days from direct seeding; individual components mature sequentially
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Johnny's Selected Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#181

Kentucky Wonder · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Pole snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 1
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
8 days
Harvest/Maturity
60–68 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
San Diego Seed Company; Renee's Garden; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#182

Contender · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Bush snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–55 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 5-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Gurney's; San Diego Seed Company; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#183

Light Red Kidney · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
85–95 days to dry bean harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Annie's Heirloom Seeds; FDA natural toxins; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#184

Dark Red Kidney · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
8 days
Harvest/Maturity
95–96 days to dry bean harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 3-4 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Everwilde Farms; FDA natural toxins; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Corn

#185

Early Golden Bantam Hybrid · Vegetable · Poaceae

Type / Method
Yellow sweet corn (Zea mays subsp. mays) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 15 – Jul 1
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75–80 days
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Corn

#186

Unknown · Vegetable · Poaceae

Type / Method
Corn (Zea mays) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 15 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 8-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
MSU Extension
Important Flags
Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#187

Cherokee Wax Yellow Bush · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Yellow wax bush bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–55 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 2-3 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#188

Golden Wax Bush · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Yellow wax bush bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July, August
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–60 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 3-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Underwood Gardens; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Peas

#189

Sugar Magnolia Tendril · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Purple-podded snap pea (Pisum sativum) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – Aug 15
Plantable Months
March, April, August
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
50–70 days from direct seeding
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial shade / 2-3 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Burpee; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#190

Domigo Rojo · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
100 days to dry seed
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 3-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Siskiyou Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#191

Small Red · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Semi-bush dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75 days to dry bean harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange; Everwilde Farms; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Beans

#192

Hopi Purple Stringy Bush · Vegetable · Fabaceae

Type / Method
Semi-vining bush dry/snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 19 – Jun 30
Plantable Months
May, June
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
100 days to dry bean harvest
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 4-6 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
High Desert Seed; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Skyscraper · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Giant annual sunflower (Helianthus annuus) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
May 6 – Jul 1
Plantable Months
May, June, July
Germination
10 days
Harvest/Maturity
75 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Hudson Valley Seed; Ferry-Morse; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Hollow Crown · Vegetable · Apiaceae

Type / Method
Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Mar 15 – May 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May
Germination
56 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 3-4 in
Life cycle
Biennial
Seed Source/Brand
Utah State Extension; Alliance of Native Seed Keepers; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Zinnia

#195

Purple Prince · Flower · Asteraceae

Type / Method
Large-flowered zinnia (Zinnia elegans) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jul 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June, July
Germination
6 days
Harvest/Maturity
60–70 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 9-12 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Rare Seeds; Pinetree Garden Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Flowers · Flower · No family

Type / Method
Mixed perennial and possibly biennial flowering species / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 1 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
30 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Usually full sun; exact light needs depend on the species in the packet / Broadcast according to packet rate; final spacing varies by species
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
Earth Science; Eden Brothers; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Perennial · Frost
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Flowers · Flower · No family

Type / Method
Mixed annual, biennial and perennial shade-tolerant flowering species / Direct Sow
Planting Window
Apr 15 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
30 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Partial shade; approximately 1-4 hours of direct sun or strong filtered light for many commercial shade mixes / Broadcast according to packet rate; final spacing varies by species
Life cycle
Not recorded
Seed Source/Brand
Buffalo Brand Seed; Outsidepride; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Giant White · Flower · Convolvulaceae

Type / Method
Moonflower vine (Ipomoea alba) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Mar 24 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
60–90 days to bloom
Sun / Spacing
Full sun to partial sun / 8-10 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Rare Seeds; Better Homes & Gardens; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Heat · Trellis
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Giant · Flower · Malvaceae

Type / Method
Hibiscus (Hibiscus spp.) / Start Indoors
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
Not recorded
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / Unknown — mature size varies greatly by species/cultivar
Life cycle
Not recorded
Seed Source/Brand
Clemson Cooperative Extension; Proven Winners
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Red Dinner Plate · Flower · Malvaceae

Type / Method
Hardy perennial hibiscus / rose mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos-type hybrid) / Start Indoors
Planting Window
Feb 10 – Jun 1
Plantable Months
February, March, April, May, June
Germination
21 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 24-36 in
Life cycle
Perennial
Seed Source/Brand
Proven Winners; Organic India Seeds; Gardenia
Important Flags
Container · Pollinator · Perennial · Frost · Heat
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank

Cleome

#201

Color Fountain Mix · Flower · Cleomaceae

Type / Method
Spider flower (Tarenaya hassleriana; syn. Cleome hassleriana) / Direct Sow or Transplant
Planting Window
Apr 7 – Jun 15
Plantable Months
April, May, June
Germination
14 days
Harvest/Maturity
Not recorded
Sun / Spacing
Full sun / 18-24 in
Life cycle
Annual
Seed Source/Brand
Rohrer Seeds; MSU Extension
Important Flags
Pollinator · Heat · Drought
Location / Status
— / In Seed Bank