Already in mid-January, when the days begin to get longer, the call of the vegetable garden is felt. Despite the cold, we can prepare for the abundant spring harvests.
Do you want to know how to make the most of your vegetable garden during this period? Here you will discover four vegetables that can be sown right away and you will receive valuable tips on how to obtain lush harvests.
There’s nothing more satisfying than seeing your fruit grow, right?
Carrots: early and delicious roots
The carrots they are an excellent choice for those who want early and tasty roots already in spring. Opt for varieties like ‘Nanco’ or ‘Touchon’, which are known for their fast growth.
How to sow carrots
If you live in an area with a mild climate, you can proceed directly into the open field, making sure that the soil is loose and light.
For colder areas, protecting seeds under a tunnel or cloche could make a difference.
Simply make furrows about 1cm deep, sow sparingly, spacing them about 3cm apart, and cover lightly with fine soil.
Keep the soil moist and, in case of frost, cover the seeds with a veil ofwinter. Discover 4 winning moves for your vegetable garden in January.
Epinard: a cold-resistant culture
Did you know that spinach are they cold lovers? Perfect for winter sowers, these hardy green leaves thrive in cold temperatures and will enrich your table with flavor and health.
How to sow spinach
Choose robust varieties such as ‘Monstrueux de Viroflay’ or ‘Géant d’Hiver’. In well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, sow the seeds about 2 cm deep, maintaining a distance of 5-10 cm between them.
Make sure you water regularly. A protective veil will ensure faster rising in colder areas.
Round peas: quick spring harvests
I round peas they offer a great way to get spring crops as early as winter. They take advantage of the fresh soil to germinate quickly and are ready for harvest at the start of the summer.
How to sow peas
Experiment with early varieties such as ‘Petit Provençal’ or ‘Douce Provence’. Sow in furrows 3-4 cm deep, spacing the seeds 10 cm and 40 cm between the rows.
If the soil is too cold, sow under cover or in pots before transplanting.
Don’t forget to install stakes at planting time to support future stems! Make sure the soil doesn’t dry out too much.
Early lettuces: tender foliage to taste
The lettucesespecially the cutting ones, are another wonder of the winter vegetable garden. Are you dreaming of a harvest of young, crisp leaves already in spring?
How to sow lettuces
Choose varieties such as ‘Reine de Mai’ or ‘Batavia Dorée de Printemps’. Start in boxes or terrines with fine, light potting soil. Sow the seeds on the surface, cover them with a thin layer of soil and tamp lightly emerically.
If temperatures permit, proceed directly under a tunnel. Grow your vegetable garden in January: discover the perfect varieties to plant now.
