Garden Planning 2023: What Seeds to Start In April For USDA Zone 3-5 Gardening (Simple Guide)

MODERN HARVEST FULL GUIDE

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LAST FROST DATE

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SEEDS TO START IN APRIL (Indoors)

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SEEDS TO START IN APRIL (Indoors)

cucumber kohlrabi cauliflower FULL LIST

SEED PACKAGES

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SEEDS TO START IN APRIL (Indoors)

Leek Zucchini Lettuce + Kale FULL LIST

SOIL BLOCKING

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SEEDS TO START IN APRIL (Indoors)

Butternut Squash Other Winter Squash Pumpkin FULL LIST

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