| Brussels sprouts | Plant out (transplant) seedlings. |
| Garlic | Plant in garden. |
| Mustard greens (also gai choy) | Plant in garden. |
| Onion | Plant in garden. |
| Radish | Plant in garden. |
| Shallots (also Eschalots) | Plant in garden. |
| Spinach (also English spinach) | Plant in garden. |
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