Saguenay, QC — Planting Guide
Saguenay is in Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 7 and the first fall frost is October 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 147 days.
At an elevation of 152 m, Saguenay receives approximately 434 mm of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 24°C with winter lows around -13°C. The predominant soil type is Gray-Brown Podzol.
🌡️ Zone
4b (-25°F to -20°F min)
❄️ Last Frost
May 7
🍂 First Frost
October 1
📅 Growing Season
147 days
⛰️ Elevation
152 m
🌧️ Annual Rainfall
434 mm
Monthly Watering Calendar
When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~25 mm/week most gardens need.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Rainy Days | Extra Water Needed | Watering Effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15 mm | 9 days | — | None |
| Feb | 20 mm | 8 days | — | None |
| Mar | 30 mm | 9 days | — | None |
| Apr | 41 mm | 9 days | 69 mm | High |
| May | 51 mm | 11 days | 58 mm | High |
| Jun | 51 mm | 8 days | 58 mm | High |
| Jul | 53 mm | 9 days | 56 mm | High |
| Aug | 51 mm | 8 days | 58 mm | High |
| Sep | 43 mm | 8 days | 66 mm | High |
| Oct | 30 mm | 7 days | 79 mm | Critical |
| Nov | 28 mm | 7 days | — | None |
| Dec | 23 mm | 6 days | — | None |
Annual total: 437 mm. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.
Saguenay Soil Profile
Soil Type
Gray-Brown Podzol
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Gardening Difficulty Score
Saguenay is a very forgiving place to garden. Most plants thrive here with minimal effort.
Local Gardening Help in Saguenay
Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Saguenay's climate and soil.
County Extension Office
Saguenay Extension Office
Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.
Master Gardener Program
Free gardening help from trained volunteers
Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.
Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.
Soil Testing
Available through your extension office
Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.
Services Available in Saguenay
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Saguenay
Why Buy Local
Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Saguenay's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.
How to Find Them
Search for "nurseries near Saguenay QC" or "garden center Saguenay" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.
Community gardens & gardening groups
Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Saguenay QC" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Saguenay Gardeners" or "Quebec Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.
What to Plant After Your Harvest
After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.
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Sunlight & Day Length
Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.
Longest Day
15.9 hours
Summer solstice daylight
Shortest Day
8.1 hours
Winter solstice daylight
Peak Sun Hours
9.9 hr/day peak (summer)
Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.
Onion tip: Your long summer days (14+ hours) support long-day onion varieties like Walla Walla, Sweet Spanish, and Ailsa Craig.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Daylight Hours | Peak Sun Hours | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.5 hr | 3.2 hr | Short day |
| February | 9.9 hr | 4.6 hr | Short day |
| March | 11.6 hr | 5.8 hr | Short day |
| April | 13.4 hr | 7.3 hr | Neutral |
| May | 15 hr | 8.6 hr | Long day |
| June | 15.9 hr | 9.9 hr | Long day |
| July | 15.5 hr | 9.9 hr | Long day |
| August | 14.1 hr | 8.5 hr | Long day |
| September | 12.3 hr | 7.2 hr | Neutral |
| October | 10.5 hr | 5.5 hr | Short day |
| November | 8.9 hr | 3.5 hr | Short day |
| December | 8.1 hr | 2.9 hr | Short day |
Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.
Soil Temperature & Composting Calendar
Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.
Plant Warm Crops When
Soil reaches 16°C+
Soil warm enough from Jun through Sep.
Best Month to Compost
Jul
Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.
Active Composting
6 months
Solid season. Piles go dormant in winter.
View detailed monthly data
| Month | Soil 10cm Deep | Soil 20cm Deep | Compost Activity | Time to Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -11°C | -4°C | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Feb | -8°C | -4°C | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Mar | -4°C | -2°C | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Apr | 4°C | 3°C | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| May | 12°C | 10°C | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jun | 17°C | 14°C | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Jul | 23°C | 19°C | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Aug | 23°C | 20°C | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Sep | 19°C | 18°C | 🔥 Peak | ~8 weeks |
| Oct | 11°C | 12°C | ♻️ Active | ~14 weeks |
| Nov | 2°C | 6°C | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
| Dec | -6°C | -2°C | ❄️ Dormant | ~36 weeks |
Highlighted rows = soil 16°C+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.
Pest & Disease Pressure in Saguenay
Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.
Insect Pest Pressure
Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.
Disease Risk
Low disease risk — dry conditions reduce fungal problems.
Seasonal Risk
View 5 common pests in your area
| Pest | Risk Level | Peak Months |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Cabbage worms | Moderate | Jun, Jul, Aug |
| Colorado potato beetle | Low | Jun, Jul |
| Flea beetles | Moderate | May, Jun, Jul |
| Slugs | Low | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
Organic pest management tips
- Maintain healthy soil with regular compost additions to build natural pest resistance
- Practice crop rotation annually to break pest cycles
- Encourage beneficial insects with flowering herbs like dill, fennel, and yarrow
Cover Crops for Saguenay
Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with county-specific planting dates.
Spring Cover Crops (2 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | May 19 | Jul 30 | — | Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds |
| White clover | Apr 7 | Jul 23 | ✓ Yes | Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover |
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflowers | May 20 | Sep 17 | — | Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects |
Fall Cover Crops (5 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
| Crop | Plant By | Terminate | N-Fixing | Soil Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daikon radish | Aug 7 | Apr 16 | — | Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils |
| Hairy vetch | Jul 16 | Apr 23 | ✓ Yes | Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils |
| Oats | Sep 3 | Apr 23 | — | Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed |
| Winter rye | Jun 22 | Apr 23 | — | Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil |
| Winter wheat | Jul 1 | Apr 23 | — | Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass |
Wind & Microclimate
Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.
Seasonal Wind Speed
Spring: 17 km/h Summer: 16 km/h
Fall: 18 km/h Winter: 22 km/h
Prevailing wind: SW. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.
Windbreak Benefit
6.9/10
Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.
Frost Pocket Risk
Low
Relatively flat terrain (61 m range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.
Rainwater Harvesting Potential
How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.
Annual Collection
32,445 L
Per 93 m² of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)
Recommended Setup
8 rain barrels (208 L each)
For a typical 46 m² garden. Serious collectors: consider a 8,516 L tank.
Legal Status
Unrestricted
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.
Best Collection Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.
Months to Draw From Storage
Jan, Feb, Dec
Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.
Rainwater collection tips for your area
- Your county receives approximately 17.2 inches of rain per year
- A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 8,572 gallons annually
- Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
- In your dry climate, every drop counts — consider a larger cistern system
- Position collection tanks in shade to reduce evaporation and algae growth
Soil & Growing Conditions in Saguenay
Soil Type
Gray-Brown Podzol
Amend with compost each season to maintain fertility and structure.
Watering Needs
With 17.1 inches annually, regular irrigation is essential. Drip systems and heavy mulching conserve water.
Season Tips
147-day frost-free season
Start warm-season crops indoors and focus on short-season varieties. Cold frames extend your season by 3–4 weeks in fall.
Your Free Printable Garden Planner
Plan every bed, every planting, every harvest — in one place. This 24-page printable includes your zone's planting calendar, a month-by-month task list, a seed inventory tracker, a harvest log, and succession-planting charts. Built to print, write in, and actually use all season.
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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Saguenay
96 vegetables that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Saguenay.
Show all 96 vegetables with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 20 – Sep 24 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 27 – Oct 15 | 90–120 |
| Arugula | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | May 21 | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Apr 30 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 23 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Aug 27 – Oct 1 | 110–150 |
| Black Beans | — | May 21 | — | Aug 20 – Oct 8 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 18 – Jul 23 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 9 – Aug 20 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 18 – Jul 23 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Aug 6 – Oct 1 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 27 – Oct 1 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 9 – Sep 3 | 60–100 |
| Carrots | — | Apr 30 | — | Jul 2 – Aug 6 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Sep 3 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Aug 20 – Sep 24 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 30 – Sep 24 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 9 – Aug 20 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Aug 20 | 50–60 |
| Chickpeas | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 30 – Sep 10 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 9 – Aug 20 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Jul 30 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 20 – Sep 24 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Sep 3 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | May 21 | — | Jul 23 – Sep 17 | 60–100 |
| Cress | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | May 21 – Jun 11 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 16 – Aug 13 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Apr 30 | — | Oct 1 – Sep 24 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 23 – Sep 17 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Apr 30 | — | Jun 25 – Jul 23 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 20 – Sep 24 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | May 21 | — | Aug 6 – Sep 17 | 75–100 |
| Endive | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 25 – Jul 30 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Jul 30 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 23 – Sep 3 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 30 – Sep 10 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | — | 90–240 |
| Green Beans | — | May 21 | — | Jul 16 – Sep 10 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | May 21 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 | 120–180 |
| Hubbard Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Sep 10 – Oct 15 | 100–120 |
| Kabocha | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 27 – Sep 24 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 25 – Jul 23 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Aug 27 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | May 21 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 24 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 25 – Jul 30 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Jul 16 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Aug 6 – Oct 1 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 30 – Sep 10 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Aug 20 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | May 21 | — | Jul 23 – Sep 3 | 60–90 |
| Mache | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 18 – Jul 23 | 40–60 |
| Melon | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 6 – Sep 24 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | May 14 – Jun 11 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jun 25 – Aug 20 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Jul 9 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Aug 6 | 55–75 |
| Onion | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Aug 6 – Sep 24 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 18 – Jul 16 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Apr 30 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 24 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 16 – Aug 13 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Aug 27 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Feb 19 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 30 – Oct 8 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 23 – Sep 17 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 6 – Oct 15 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 27 – Oct 15 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 18 – Jul 23 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 9 – Aug 13 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Apr 30 | — | May 28 – Jun 18 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 23 – Sep 3 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Apr 30 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 27 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Apr 30 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 24 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 16 – Sep 10 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Jul 30 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 30 – Sep 3 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Aug 6 – Sep 24 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Mar 12 | May 14 | May 28 | Jul 23 – Sep 17 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 23 – Sep 17 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jul 2 – Aug 27 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | May 21 | — | Aug 13 – Oct 8 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 27 – Sep 24 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 16 – Sep 17 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 20 – Oct 15 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | May 21 | Sep 10 – Oct 15 | 110–150 |
| Sunflower | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 6 – Sep 24 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Corn | — | May 21 | — | Jul 23 – Sep 3 | 60–90 |
| Tatsoi | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 11 – Jul 16 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 30 – Oct 8 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Mar 5 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 30 – Oct 8 | 60–85 |
| Turnip | — | Apr 30 | — | Jun 11 – Jul 16 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 7 | Jun 18 – Jul 23 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Aug 6 – Sep 24 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | May 21 | — | Jul 16 – Sep 10 | 50–65 |
| Zucchini | Mar 26 | May 21 | May 28 | Jul 16 – Sep 10 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Saguenay
22 fruits that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Saguenay.
Show all 22 fruits with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Jun 4 | Sep 3 – Oct 29 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Blueberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Jun 4 | Aug 13 – Sep 17 | 70–90 |
| Cranberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Currants | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Elderberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Jun 4 | Aug 13 – Oct 8 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 1095–1825 |
| Haskaps | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Jun 4 | Aug 27 – Oct 8 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Lingonberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Medlar | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1825 |
| Persimmon | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 1095–2555 |
| Raspberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | Jun 4 | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Jun 4 | Sep 3 – Oct 29 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Saguenay
32 herbs that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Saguenay.
Show all 32 herbs with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jul 30 – Sep 24 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Mar 12 | May 14 | May 28 | Jul 23 – Sep 24 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | May 14 | Aug 13 – Oct 8 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jun 25 – Aug 13 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 17 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jul 2 – Sep 10 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Dill | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 40–60 |
| Echinacea | — | — | May 14 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 | 120–180 |
| Fennel (herb) | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jul 2 – Sep 10 | 60–90 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | May 14 | Jul 30 – Sep 24 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | May 14 | Jul 23 – Sep 24 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 3 | 60–70 |
| Lovage | — | — | May 14 | Jul 23 – Sep 24 | 70–90 |
| Mint | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jul 2 – Sep 3 | 60–80 |
| Rue | — | — | May 14 | Jul 23 – Sep 24 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | May 14 | Jul 30 – Sep 24 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | May 14 | Jul 9 – Sep 3 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | Apr 30 | Jun 11 – Aug 13 | 40–60 |
| Tarragon | — | — | May 14 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Mar 12 | May 14 | May 28 | Jul 23 – Sep 24 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | May 14 | Jul 23 – Sep 24 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | May 14 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 | 120–180 |
| Yarrow | — | — | May 14 | Aug 13 – Oct 8 | 90–120 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Saguenay
Gardening Guides & Resources
Helpful guides from The Ultimate Homestead to improve your garden in Saguenay.
Your Saguenay Garden Planner — Free
A 24-page printable planner built for Saguenay (Zone 4b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.
The Gardener's Encyclopedia to Companion Planting
The pairings that make vegetables, herbs, and flowers grow better — and the ones that quietly wreck a bed.
- Proven pairings for 200+ vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits
- Full seed-starting + planting schedule with timing and spacing
- Bonus: square-foot gardening guide + printable seasonal planners
Seed Saving & Storage Guide
Most saved seeds go bad before next season. This shows exactly when to pick, how to dry, and where to store seeds from 200 plants so yours don't.
- 200 plants, step-by-step: life cycle, pollination type, isolation
- Exact temperature + humidity ranges that keep seeds viable
- Bonus: searchable Google Sheets tracker + custom GPT assistant
Composting Guide for Homesteaders
Turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into compost that actually feeds the garden — instead of a pile that smells, attracts pests, and never breaks down.
- 14 sections on composting methods, soil science, and troubleshooting
- The 7-step hot-compost system from start to finish
- Bonus tools: troubleshooting chart, safety guide, monitoring log