What Greens To Plant In October
Introduction
Hey neighbor! Join us for another great Row By Row Garden Show, lots of great things are happening here! We're thrilled to be back from our trip to the Netherlands and share our exciting adventure with you. In today's episode, we'll be sharing what you should be doing in your garden this October. How are you preparing your garden for winter? What you're planting this month? Share your gardening tips and ideas with us! Let's grow together and get dirty!
What To Do In Your Garden!
When it comes to gardening, it's crucial to have a clear understanding of your Hardiness Zone. Knowing your Zone will enable you to plan and strategize your winterizing efforts effectively. Here are our best practices for preparing for winter!
- Clean out annual vegetables and flowers.
- Remove weeds.
- Get a soil test.
- Amend your soil for spring.
- Replenish mulch.
- Clean and sharpen tools.
- Shut off irrigation systems when a freeze is predicted.
- Cut and dry or freeze remaining herbs.
- Dig and divide spring and summer flowering perennials.
- Plant spring flowering bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils and hyacinths.
What Can You Plant?
October is an ideal time for planting cold-season crops. Make sure to consult your frost dates and hardiness zones for the most optimal planting schedule. With a little bit of planning and preparation, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest even during the colder months.
These are some of our favorites to plant in October:
- Garlic
- Shallots
- Lettuce
- Mustard Greens
- Turnip Greens
- Spinach
- Beets
- Kale
- Turnips
- Carrots
- Radish
- English Peas
- Celery