Brussels Sprouts
- Jul 28 – Aug 31
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) are a biennial vegetable, commonly grown as an annual, and belong to the Brassicaceae…
What to plant in August in zone 10
Dates assume zone 10's average last spring frost (around Jan 30) and first autumn frost (around Dec 15). Frost dates vary within a zone, so adjust for your own.
6 plants
Autumn planting
Leek
- Aug 25 – Sep 28
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Leeks (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum) are a member of the onion family (Alliaceae) and are prized for their unique, mild flavor. They…
Red Cabbage
- Aug 25 – Sep 28
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Red cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) is a vibrant, leafy vegetable known for its distinctive purplish-red color, which…
Romanesco
- Aug 25 – Sep 28
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Romanesco, also known as Romanesco broccoli or Roman cauliflower, is a striking and nutritious vegetable belonging to the Brassica…
Rutabaga
- Aug 25 – Sep 28
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Rutabaga, scientifically known as Brassica napus var. napobrassica, is a root vegetable that belongs to the brassica family, which…
Savoy Cabbage
- Aug 11 – Sep 28
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Savoy cabbage is a type of leafy vegetable belonging to the Brassica oleracea species, which also includes other cabbages, kale, and…