When it comes to planting in your garden, timing is everything. You can have the best soil and the best seeds, but if you plant them at the wrong time of year they will simply not grow properly. That’s why it’s important to know when each kind of plant needs to be planted so that you can give them all the attention they deserve.
Annuals and tender plants should be planted in early Spring.
Early Spring is when most of your annuals and tender perennials and bulbs should be planted. You can plant seeds directly in the ground, or you can start them indoors. If you choose to start seeds indoors, make sure to give them lots of light and keep them warm.
Seeds that need warmth to germinate should be sown directly into their final position, as soon as possible after the last frost date. This will help ensure that they get a jump on the growing season.
Mid Summer planting.
Mid Summer is the time to start planting some of your hardier plants that can take a little more of the chillier weather. If you live in an area that gets cold winters, this is when you should start preparing for them. Some plants will survive better than others in your garden, so it’s important to know what types of temperatures they will be able to withstand before putting them out into the ground.
It’s a good idea at this point if any perennials haven’t yet been put into their permanent location; now would be an ideal opportunity since there will still be plenty of warmth left
Plant your root veggies and autumn/winter crops.
Late Summer is a good time to plant root veggies and autumn/winter crops. This gives them time to grow before the Winter sets in. It’s worth knowing that these plants are cold hardy and can handle temperatures as low as -6 C, which is lucky considering we live in the UK!