September · Early autumn
What to sow in September in Toronto
25 crops are in their window this month in Toronto — timed to your local frost dates.
Last frost≈ 29 Apr
First frost≈ 31 Oct
Frost-free days60 days
September averages14°–23°C
Vegetables
22 in season
Amaranth Greens
Direct sow · pinch tips often for a steady flush of tender greens
Arugula
Direct sow · sow every 2-3 weeks for a steady peppery harvest
Beets
Direct sow · soak seed clusters overnight to speed germination
Bok Choy
Direct sow · fall crops resist bolting better than spring ones
Chicory & Endive
Direct sow · blanch leaves to mellow their bitter edge
