Seasonal Gardening Hub
Welcome to our monthly guide for Seeds Lane Allotments. This resource is designed to keep our community of gardeners organized and informed. Explore what to plant and the critical maintenance tasks to ensure your plot remains productive all year round.
What we cover:
- Monthly Planting Schedules
- Seasonal Soil Care
- Pest & Disease Prevention
- Harvesting Wisdom
What to Plant
The foundation of a successful allotment begins with timing. Follow our expert monthly guide to ensure your seeds meet the soil at the perfect moment for high-yield, organic growth.
Hardy Vegetables
Start your winter staples now to ensure deep root establishment.
- Broad Beans
- Garlic Cloves
- Shallots & Onions
Early Bloomers
Sow indoors to protect from late frosts and encourage early spring color.
- Sweet Peas
- Begonias
- Snapdragons
Potted Herbs
Ideal for windowsill cultivation before transitioning to communal beds in late March.
- Curly Parsley
- Spearmint
- Chives
Seasonal Allotment Guide
A comprehensive month-by-month breakdown of essential tasks and planting schedules for Seeds Lane Allotments. Keep your plot productive all year round with these local gardening tips.
January
What to Plant
Broad beans, Garlic, Shallots
Maintenance Tips
Order seeds, Repair structures, Clean tools
February
What to Plant
Early peas, Spinach, Radishes
Maintenance Tips
Chit potatoes, Clear remaining weeds, Mulch beds
March
What to Plant
Onions, Carrots, Parsnips
Maintenance Tips
Prepare seed beds, Start indoor sowing, Stake fruit bushes
April
What to Plant
Potatoes, Leeks, Swiss Chard
Maintenance Tips
Protect seedlings from frost, Hoe weeds regularly, Thin rows
May
What to Plant
Runner beans, Courgettes, Squash
Maintenance Tips
Harden off plants, Water in dry spells, Support peas
June
What to Plant
Kale, Purple sprouting broccoli
Maintenance Tips
Harvest early salad, Stake tall plants, Mulch to retain moisture
July
What to Plant
Spring cabbage, Winter salads
Maintenance Tips
Regular watering, Pick crops frequently, Feed tomatoes
August
What to Plant
Japanese onions, Winter spinach
Maintenance Tips
Prune summer canes, Preserve excess harvest, Save seeds
September
What to Plant
Garlic (late), Winter green manures
Maintenance Tips
Clear finished crops, Turn compost, Harvest apples
October
What to Plant
Broad beans (Aquadulce), Overwintering peas
Maintenance Tips
Divide rhubarb, Prep greenhouse, Collect leaves
November
What to Plant
Fruit trees, Soft fruit bushes
Maintenance Tips
Winter pruning, Turn over soil, Fix fences
December
What to Plant
Rhubarb crowns
Maintenance Tips
Plan rotation, Prune grapevines, Enjoy the rest