🌱 Spring Planting Guide: What to Plant Right Now in the Central Piedmont

Spring is in full swing across the central Piedmont region of Virginia and North Carolina, and this is one of the most important planting windows of the year. Whether you’re growing vegetables, refreshing flower beds, or planning a full garden, what you plant right now can make all the difference in how your season turns out.

🥕 Vegetables to Plant This Week

As soil temperatures warm up, it’s go-time for many warm-season crops. Now is the ideal time to plant:

• Tomatoes
• Peppers
• Cucumbers
• Squash
• Beans

 Make sure your soil is well-drained and enriched with compost such as Black Kow or our quality bulk garden soil. These crops thrive when planted after the risk of frost has mostly passed—but keep an eye on the forecast, as cooler nights can still pop up in the Piedmont.

🌸 Add Instant Color with Annuals

If you’re looking to brighten up your landscape fast, annual flowers are the way to go. Popular choices this time of year include:

• Petunias
• Marigolds
• Begonias
• Impatiens (great for shady spots)
• SunPatiens
• Lantana

Annuals love the warming temperatures and will provide continuous color all season with proper watering and occasional feeding with Espoma GardenTone

🌿 Perennials: Plant Once, Enjoy for Years

Now is also a great time to invest in perennials that will come back year after year. Consider:

• Gaillardia
• Black-eyed Susans
• Salvia
• Veronica
• Daylilies
• Coral Bells (for shade)

These plants establish best in spring and will reward you with blooms for seasons to come.

❄️ Watch for Late Frost

Even in the central Piedmont, late frost is still possible. Be prepared to cover tender plants if temperatures dip unexpectedly overnight.

🌼 Quick Tips for Success

• Water deeply after planting to help roots establish
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Fertilize regularly for stronger growth
• Give plants proper spacing for airflow and disease prevention

Spring is a short but powerful planting season—don’t miss your window! Stop by and let us help you choose the right plants and supplies to make this your best garden yet.