Must-Grow Spring Seeds: Top 10 High-Yield Crops to Start in Spring 2025
Want to make the most of your spring garden? Here are the best crops to plant for a big harvest this year.
Key Takeaways:
- All these plants are perfect for March-April planting
- Each crop is chosen for its reliable growth and good yields
- Mix of quick harvests and longer-growing vegetables
1. Tomatoes (Cherry Varieties)
Cherry tomatoes are hard to mess up and give you tons of fruit all season. Start them inside now, and they'll be ready to go outside when it warms up.
2. Snap Peas
These love cool weather and climb up any support you give them. Plant them as soon as you can work the soil - they'll give you sweet pods for weeks.
3. Lettuce
Plant every two weeks for non-stop salads. Choose 'cut and come again' varieties to get more from each plant.
4. Bush Beans
These are super easy to grow and give you plenty of beans. Plus, they help make your soil better for next year.
5. Radishes
Ready in just 3-4 weeks! Perfect for impatient gardeners who want quick results.
6. Zucchini
One plant can feed a family. Start them inside now to get an early crop.
7. Bell Peppers
Start these indoors now - they need a head start to give you lots of peppers by summer.
8. Cucumbers
Great for containers or along a fence. Pick them young for the best taste.
9. Basil
Plant near your tomatoes - they grow well together and you'll have fresh pesto all summer.
10. Swiss Chard
This tough plant keeps producing leaves all season long. Great for beginners!
When to Start Your Seeds
Start tomatoes, peppers, and basil indoors right now in March. Everything else can go directly in your garden once the soil is workable and nights stay above 50°F.
Quick Tip: Not sure when to plant? Check the back of your seed packets - they'll tell you exactly when to start for your area.
Basic Plant Care Tips
- Keep soil moist but not soggy
- Give seedlings plenty of light
- Start fertilizing when the first true leaves appear
- Thin out weaker seedlings to give the strong ones room
Remember: It's better to start small and succeed than to plant too much and get overwhelmed. Pick 3-4 crops from this list for your first spring garden.
