I cannot wait for summer, it truly is my season. Catch me in any sunny spot, outside or indoors - I am akin to a lizard.
Therefore, I am doing all the necessary prep before Spring launches in full gear and Summer follows quickly behind (like it usually does!).
Here is my August planting guide!
Plant | Sow | Begin Harvesting (approx) |
Beetroot | July - August | November - December |
Capsicum | August | November - December |
Chilli (habanero yellow) | August | November |
Lettuce | July - August | September |
Parsnip | August | January |
Raddish | July - August | September |
Tomato | August | November |
Watermelon | August | January |
Rock Melon | August | January |
Kohl Rabi | August | October - November |
Leeks | July - August | December - January |
Spearmint | August | October - November |
All of the plants listed above, I will be sowing from seed. Most if not all will be done in seed trays on my covered/protected patio before hardening off fully outside.
Some of the seeds, like lettuce & raddish will be continually sown throughout Spring-Summer, so prepare for these to be frequent visitors for all future planting guides.
What I will be keeping an eye on,
Lack-luster growth - seeds that are not germinating outside in my covered area I will move indoors.
Leggy growth - seedlings that grow tall but are not very strong - this means they need more light.
True leaves - the second set of leaves that appear are the plants 'true leaves'. It usually takes around 1-3 weeks for these to appear. Usually at this stage I start to harden them off, by leaving them outside on nice days and lightly bushing their leaves to promote strong growth.
If you think I have missed any plants off my list or have any tips/recommendations for this upcoming season, get in touch!
Lettuce seedlings, Beetroot already in the garden, and an emerging cauliflower | July 2023