What to Plant in Saskatchewan
Your complete gardening guide for Saskatchewan (USDA Zones 2–4, typically Zone 3). Browse 1689 varieties across 28 categories — covering every zone in the state.
Last Frost
May 10 – June 1
By zone (4 → 2)
First Frost
August 25 – September 25
By zone (2 → 4)
Growing Season
85–135 days
Shortest → longest
Varieties
1689
across 28 categories
Growing Season
Plant after May 15 · Harvest before September 15
Saskatchewan · Zones 2–4
All Zone 3 plants →Saskatchewan spans Zones 2–4. The timeline above shows typical Zone 3 dates — your specific zone may vary by elevation and microclimate.
Best Crops for Saskatchewan
Alliums
44 varieties for Saskatchewan
Onions, garlic, leeks, shallots, and chives.
Beans & Legumes
84 varieties for Saskatchewan
Bush beans, pole beans, lentils, and more. Easy-to-grow protein for every garden.
Berries & Fruits
27 varieties for Saskatchewan
Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and small fruits for the home garden.
Brassicas
79 varieties for Saskatchewan
Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi.
Corn
32 varieties for Saskatchewan
Sweet corn, popcorn, flour corn, and ornamental varieties.
Cucumbers
31 varieties for Saskatchewan
Slicing, pickling, and specialty cucumbers for every garden size.
Eggplants
29 varieties for Saskatchewan
Globe, Japanese, Thai, and specialty eggplant varieties.
Flowers
523 varieties for Saskatchewan
Annual, perennial, and cut flowers to beautify your garden year-round.
Fruit Trees
19 varieties for Saskatchewan
Apple, pear, cherry, peach, and citrus trees for the home orchard.
Grasses & Bamboo
21 varieties for Saskatchewan
Ornamental grasses, lawn grasses, and bamboo varieties for structure and movement.
Ground Covers
20 varieties for Saskatchewan
Low-growing plants that spread to cover soil, reduce weeds, and prevent erosion.
Herbs
73 varieties for Saskatchewan
Culinary and medicinal herbs. Growing guides from basil to thyme.
Lettuce & Salad Greens
110 varieties for Saskatchewan
Romaine, butterhead, looseleaf, and specialty salad greens for every season.
Melons
38 varieties for Saskatchewan
Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and specialty melons.
Microgreens
57 varieties for Saskatchewan
Nutrient-dense seedlings harvested in 7-14 days. The fastest crop you can grow.
Native Wildflowers
79 varieties for Saskatchewan
Region-native wildflowers that support pollinators and require minimal maintenance.
Nut Trees
13 varieties for Saskatchewan
Pecan, walnut, almond, hazelnut, and chestnut trees for home orchards.
Ornamental Trees
19 varieties for Saskatchewan
Flowering and decorative trees for landscaping. Dogwoods, magnolias, Japanese maples, and more.
Peas
35 varieties for Saskatchewan
Snap peas, snow peas, shelling peas, and pea shoots.
Peppers
73 varieties for Saskatchewan
Hot peppers, sweet peppers, and everything in between. Find your perfect heat level.
Root Vegetables
56 varieties for Saskatchewan
Carrots, beets, turnips, radishes, and other underground crops.
Roses
3 varieties for Saskatchewan
Hybrid teas, floribundas, climbers, shrub roses, and old garden varieties.
Shade Trees
27 varieties for Saskatchewan
Large canopy trees for shade, privacy, and property value. Oaks, maples, elms, and more.
Shrubs & Hedges
37 varieties for Saskatchewan
Flowering and evergreen shrubs for borders, hedges, and foundation plantings.
Squash & Cucumbers
60 varieties for Saskatchewan
Summer squash, winter squash, zucchini, and cucumbers.
Tomatoes
91 varieties for Saskatchewan
From heirloom beefsteaks to cherry varieties. Growing guides for every tomato type.
Tropical Plants
2 varieties for Saskatchewan
Exotic tropical plants including palms, gingers, hibiscus, and bird of paradise.
Vines & Climbers
7 varieties for Saskatchewan
Climbing plants for trellises, arbors, and walls. Clematis, wisteria, jasmine, and more.