With the advent of autumn andOctoberthe garden turns into a perfect opportunity to secure harvested fresh and organic even in the coldest months.
Although temperatures are starting to drop, taking advantage of the soil’s residual heat can make a difference in the quality of your vegetables. Discover with us which seeds are ideal for this period and how to best address your needs autumn vegetable garden!
Benefits of Gardening in October
October is the perfect month to sow a variety of vegetables who will be able to resist the cold. The benefits are numerous: the soil retains heat from the summer weeks, ensuring rapid germination.
Furthermore, sowing in the autumn months means extending the harvest period, bringing the flavor of nature to your table throughout the winter. Does the idea excite you? Here’s how to do it!
Choosing the right seeds for October
Opting for seeds that thrive in the fall is essential to having a productive vegetable garden. Among the most resistant options we find the chewthe winter lettuces hey radish.
These vegetables, associated with other varieties such as i choux and the parsleythey can become the protagonists of yours soups and winter salads.
Mâche for abundant harvests
Mâche seeds they are ideal for October thanks to their resistance to the cold. Try sowing them directly into the ground, burying them about 1 cm deep.
Keep the soil moist and you will be surprised by their lush growth as early as November!
Winter lettuces
Lettuces like ‘Val d’Orge’ or the ‘Rouge d’Hiver’ are perfect for this period. They offer resistance to low temperatures and can be sown both in seedbeds and in the open ground.
Do you want to encourage their growth? A protective sheet it can make a difference!
In other words, winter roots!
I radish first-timers, as well as the turnipsthey are perfect for autumn sowing. It’s simple: plant them 1cm deep and watch them emerge in about a month.
Do you continue to follow our advice? Sow every two weeks for one continuous collection!
Preparing the soil for the cold months
Soil preparation is essential for effective germination. Make sure the soil is well worked and enriched with compostso that every October sowing find a welcoming environment.
A well ground drained it will eliminate any possible stagnation of water.
Protection and maintenance of seedlings
As temperatures drop, it is important to protect young seedlings from the first frosts. A non-woven fabric can create a favorable microclimate. Not to forget the role of mulchingwhich conserves moisture and heat in the soil.
Autumn pests? No thank you!
Don’t let your guard down towards pests! The slugs and the escargot they prefer tender shoots. Natural method to keep them away? Try them beer traps of the ash barriers.
