How and When to Plant a Spring Garden Photo: Halfpoint (Shutterstock) At this time last year, you may not have given any thought to planting calendars, prepping soil, or growing seasonal vegetables. But a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of at-home gardeners has spiked, and now that we’ve made it back to March, those looking to plant their first spring garden may have a lot of questions. Here’s what to know about how and when to plant a spring garden. Advertisement When should you plant a spring garden? Spring officially starts later this month, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve missed your opportunity to plant a spring garden. In fact, the seasonal planting schedule largely depends on where you live, what you’re looking to grow, and whether you’ve prepped your soil sufficiently for a new crop, according to Jessica Woods, a gardener and editor/founder of the homesteading website Chickens+You.