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Myrtle Beach, SC Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Myrtle Beach usually comes around Mar 5 and the first fall frost around Nov 30, a growing season of about 270 days. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 22 – Feb 5 and plant them outside Mar 19 – Apr 2.

Last spring frostMar 5
First fall frostNov 30
Growing season270 days

When to plant vegetables in Myrtle Beach

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 22 – Feb 5Mar 19 – Apr 2—
PeppersJan 15 – Jan 29Mar 26 – Apr 9—
EggplantJan 15 – Jan 29Mar 26 – Apr 9—
Cucumbers—Mar 19 – Apr 2—
Zucchini & summer squash—Mar 19 – Apr 2—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 26 – Apr 9—
Green beans—Mar 19 – Apr 2Sep 7 – Sep 21
Sweet corn—Mar 19 – Apr 2—
BasilFeb 5 – Feb 19Mar 19 – Apr 2—
LettuceJan 8 – Jan 22Feb 5 – Mar 19Oct 5 – Oct 19
Spinach—Jan 22 – Feb 12Oct 5 – Oct 19
Peas—Jan 22 – Feb 12Sep 21 – Oct 5
Carrots—Feb 5 – Mar 12Sep 7 – Sep 21
Radishes—Jan 29 – Mar 19Oct 19 – Nov 2
BroccoliDec 25 – Jan 8Feb 5 – Feb 19Sep 7 – Sep 21
KaleJan 8 – Jan 22Jan 29 – Feb 12Sep 21 – Oct 5
Onions—Feb 5 – Feb 19—
Potatoes—Feb 12 – Mar 12—
Garlic——Nov 16 – Dec 21

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

Month-by-month planting in Myrtle Beach

  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. AugustPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Green beans, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Radishes, 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 Myrtle Beach?

The median last spring frost is Mar 5 and the median first fall frost is Nov 30, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Myrtle Beach?

Start seeds indoors Jan 22 – Feb 5 and set plants outside Mar 19 – Apr 2, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Myrtle Beach?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 30): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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