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Dothan, AL Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Dothan usually comes around Mar 4 and the first fall frost around Nov 21, a growing season of about 262 days. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 21 – Feb 4 and plant them outside Mar 18 – Apr 1.

Last spring frostMar 4
First fall frostNov 21
Growing season262 days

When to plant vegetables in Dothan

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 21 – Feb 4Mar 18 – Apr 1—
PeppersJan 14 – Jan 28Mar 25 – Apr 8—
EggplantJan 14 – Jan 28Mar 25 – Apr 8—
Cucumbers—Mar 18 – Apr 1—
Zucchini & summer squash—Mar 18 – Apr 1—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 25 – Apr 8—
Green beans—Mar 18 – Apr 1Aug 29 – Sep 12
Sweet corn—Mar 18 – Apr 1—
BasilFeb 4 – Feb 18Mar 18 – Apr 1—
LettuceJan 7 – Jan 21Feb 4 – Mar 18Sep 26 – Oct 10
Spinach—Jan 21 – Feb 11Sep 26 – Oct 10
Peas—Jan 21 – Feb 11Sep 12 – Sep 26
Carrots—Feb 4 – Mar 11Aug 29 – Sep 12
Radishes—Jan 28 – Mar 18Oct 10 – Oct 24
BroccoliDec 24 – Jan 7Feb 4 – Feb 18Aug 29 – Sep 12
KaleJan 7 – Jan 21Jan 28 – Feb 11Sep 12 – Sep 26
Onions—Feb 4 – Feb 18—
Potatoes—Feb 11 – Mar 11—
Garlic——Nov 7 – Dec 12

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Dothan. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Dothan

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  4. AprilPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlant outside: Green beans, Carrots, Broccoli
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Green beans, Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Radishes
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberStart indoors: BroccoliPlant outside: Garlic

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Dothan?

The median last spring frost is Mar 4 and the median first fall frost is Nov 21, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Dothan?

Start seeds indoors Jan 21 – Feb 4 and set plants outside Mar 18 – Apr 1, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Dothan?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 21): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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