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What to sow in April
in USDA zone 4
95 crops can go in this month. Typical last frost zone 4: about 1 May. First autumn frost about 1 October. This is the April page; jump to this month.
Sow in April
Plant out in April
Sown earlier under cover, hardened off, and going in the ground once the last frost has passed.
Ready to pick in April
Coming up in May
Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cantaloupe, Cucumber, Dill, Edamame, Eggplant, Okra, Passionfruit, Radicchio, Rutabaga, Snap Bean, Sweet Bell Pepper, Sweet Corn, Tomatillo, Watermelon. See the May page.
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Questions people ask
What can I sow in April in USDA zone 4?
95 crops go in this month in USDA zone 4: Acorn Squash (Pumpkin), Apple, Apricot, Arugula, Asian Pear, Asparagus, Beefsteak Tomato, Beetroot and more.
When is the last frost in USDA zone 4?
Typically around 1 May, with the first autumn frost about 1 October. Treat those as averages and watch the forecast; a cold spring can push them back a fortnight.
What's ready to harvest in April in USDA zone 4?
Beefsteak Tomato, Cherry Tomato, Early Season Tomato, Heat Tolerant Tomato, Heirloom Tomato, Main Season Tomato, Paste Tomato, Patio Tomato.
Plan the plot, track every sowing, cook the harvest
Sowing reminders and harvest forecasts for your own frost dates, the Seed Tin, Scan Centre for any label or packet, and the Potty Mouth Garden Club. Free to start.
Allotment keeper in the North East of England, the voice behind the Tony C Smith YouTube channel, and the gardener who built GrowMore CookMore. Club numbers on this page update as members log their plots. Last updated 4 September 2026.