8 Things to Plant in July Before It’s Too Late

July is the perfect time to start planting those fall harvest vegetables! You'll be able to take advantage of July's warm weather to get a bountiful fall harvest.

Between the fast growing vegetables and the cool weather lovers, these vegetables to plant in July will help you get one last grow in to get you ready for the fall season.

Green Beans

Both pole beans and bush beans can still be planted in July. With the July heat, the soil will be warm and the heat will help them grow quickly.

What to Make: Green Beans with Brown Sugar and Dijon Mustard

Kale

Kale can be planted anywhere between mid July to mid August giving you an excellent harvest for fall and winter.

What to Make: Fall Harvest Salad with Creamy Mustard Tahini Dressing

Cucumbers

Start a batch of cucumbers so that you can enjoy them early in the fall. Enjoy them in salads and other dishes.

What to Make: Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Radishes

Radishes are quick growers so you still have plenty of time to plant them. Be sure to plant them in loose soil and when harvested you can enjoy them in salads, pickle them, or enjoy them as a snack.

Carrots

Get your carrots started in July so that you can enjoy them in the fall and winter. They'll be great for salads, dinners, and more.

What to Make: Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Cabbage

A cool season favorite that's thrives in the fall, start your cabbage plants in July so that they'll be ready to enjoy.

What to Plant: Egg Roll Bowl

Squash & Zucchini

With it's quick grow time, plant or replant your squash and zucchini in July so that you have a fall harvest.

What to Make: White Bean Vegan Chili

Okra

Okra loves hot weather so if you're in an area where July is hot, your okra will thrive. They grow fast so once they are ready you'll want to pick them daily for a good harvest.