Rainline GardenWhen to plant salad greens in the Northwest
Quick, leafy crops for spring and fall. Pick a plant for its dates in every city we cover and a step-by-step growing guide.
Planting windows at a glance
Main planting window in four reference cities. Each plant's page has every city.
| Plant | Portland | Seattle and Tacoma | Bend and Redmond | Spokane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lettuce | Mar 1 – Apr 26 | Mar 1 – Apr 26 | Apr 28 – Jun 23 | Apr 1 – May 27 |
| Spinach | Mar 1 – Apr 5 | Mar 1 – Apr 5 | Apr 28 – Jun 2 | Apr 1 – May 6 |
| Arugula | Mar 1 – Apr 12 | Mar 1 – Apr 12 | Apr 28 – Jun 9 | Apr 1 – May 13 |
| Swiss chard | Mar 15 – May 10 | Mar 15 – May 10 | May 12 – Jul 7 | Apr 15 – Jun 10 |
Cabbage family
Root vegetables
Onion family
Peas and beans
Tomatoes and summer crops
Squash, cucumbers and melons
Herbs
Berries and perennial crops
Flowers