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What to plant in March in Milwaukee (53202)

In Milwaukee, ZIP 53202, zone 6a, here is what you can start indoors, transplant, or direct-sow in March, and what to wait on until later.

Source: milwaukee-mitchell frost station, USDA zone 6a, last updated 2026-06-28. Verify locally before planting high-value crops because microclimates, current weather, and yard exposure can move the safe date.