Greetings, fellow plant lovers! One question we often hear at Everett’s Gardens is “Are we still able to plant at this time of year?” As we look forward to spring, we would like to help answer this question and give recommendations on what to plant each month of the Michigan growing season. In our monthly blog post, we will highlight the specific Michigan climate that each month has during the year and how that can affect new plants in the landscape. This will help determine the best plant to plant during that time. Everett’s Gardens carries a wide variety of plant material, and we hope to give a couple of examples from each category of plants that are acceptable to plant each month.
The main categories we will cover in each monthly blog post are Perennials, Flowering Shrubs, Evergreens, Shade Trees, Ornamental Trees, and Japanese Maples. Keep an eye out for some bonus plants we might cover when the season calls for it! There will be times that we may caution Michigan homeowners about planting that month and give the reasons why planting at that time will be detrimental to the health of the plants in question. We hope to equip you with the know-how to grow the best plants with ease!
We look forward to informing our readers on the best planting practices for each month. Please join us as we embark on a fantastic 2025 plant season!
Review the monthly blog posts linked below to learn what to plant in Michigan by Month. Blog posts will become available the month before to give you time to plan for the upcoming month.
- What to Plant in March in Michigan – While March in Michigan can bring unpredictable weather and frozen ground, it’s a good time to plan and prepare for spring planting, and even plant deciduous trees if the ground is workable.
- What to Plant in April in Michigan – April in Michigan is when the soil truly begins to thaw, making it an excellent time to plant cool-season perennials, early shrubs, and bare-root trees.
- What to Plant in May in Michigan – May in Michigan offers ideal planting conditions with warmer soil and reliable spring weather, perfect for establishing a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and perennials.
- What to Plant in June in Michigan – June in Michigan brings consistent warmth, making it an optimal month for planting container-grown shrubs, evergreens, and trees, allowing ample time for root establishment.
- What to Plant in July in Michigan – As the Michigan summer hits its stride, July ushers in long, sunny days and the peak of the growing season. While many might think spring is the only prime planting time, July offers unique opportunities to enhance your garden with vibrant colors and lush greenery. The warm soil temperatures can actually encourage strong root development for many plants, provided they receive proper care.
- What to Plant in August in Michigan – The key to successful August planting, similar to July, involves careful preparation, consistent watering, and selecting plants that can tolerate summer conditions. August remains a suitable time to plant several varieties of flowering shrubs, particularly those that thrive in warmth and will continue to bloom into late summer and early fall.
- What to Plant in September in Michigan – September is a fantastic time for Michigan gardeners. As the scorching summer heat subsides, the cooler temperatures and still-warm soil create an ideal environment for plants to establish strong root systems before winter.
- What to Plant in October in Michigan – October is your critical last opportunity to plant in Michigan before winter sets in. This time of year provides an ideal environment for establishing strong root systems due to the combination of cooler air temperatures and soil that is still holding warmth.