Frequently asked questions
What can I plant outside in January in zone 7?
Nothing goes outside yet in zone 7 — January is for starting seeds indoors (onions, leeks, celery, peppers, eggplant, parsley, thyme). Outdoor planting opens closer to the Mar 30 average last frost.
What seeds should I start indoors in January in zone 7?
Onions, leeks, celery, peppers, eggplant, parsley, thyme — each is counted back from zone 7's average last frost around Mar 30, so transplants are ready exactly when the garden is.
Is January the right time for tomatoes in zone 7?
Not yet — zone 7 tomatoes start indoors roughly 8–6 weeks before the Mar 30 last frost and transplant just after it.