Did you miss out planting some some veggies back in March? Wait! Don’t fret – it may not be too late to start your backyard garden after all.

Depending on where you live and the climate there, you still might be able to plant some hearty vegetables, fruits and even herbs.

According to Planet Green,

Tips on Starting a Late Garden

• First, choose a place to plant; look for one that doesn’t get too much direct sun, since that can dry the soil out on the hottest days of August.Then till and compost the area where you want to plant. (You can also brew compost tea for a more direct root-reaching fertilizer).
• Choose plants that have short growing seasons and that are hardy enough to withstand the first frost—carrots, broccoli, salad greens, peas, and beets are all good choices, according to Gardeners.com.
• To figure out exactly when to plant, check the seed packet to find out how many days the veggies need for full-growth; add two weeks to counteract the shortened days and an extra two weeks for good measure; and subtract that from the date of the first frost in your region.

A good resource to consult for information on climate conditions in your specific area is a seed company named Victory Seeds, but you can also go to the government site at NCDC.org

So if you want some corn, carrots, broccoli or other hearty vegggie, check the two sources above and see which you can still plant, now in July.