July is a great month for sowing new varieties as the weather is steady and allows for fast germination.
Here are our top recommendations for planting in the month of July…
Veg to plant in July…
Radishes
Radishes prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Lettuce
Loose-leaf, butterhead, and romaine varieties are well-suited for summer planting.
Beetroot
You can directly sow beetroot seeds now for a harvest in autumn.
Cabbage
Cabbages for winter can now be planted out – protect from pests with netting.
Carrots
This is the last opportunity to sow carrot seeds for a crop in the following months.
Herbs
Fast-growing herbs can be directly sown into the ground now; parsley, dill and coriander are great options.
Flowers to plant in July…
Forget-me-not
Sprinkle forget-me-not seeds in your beds and borders.
Delphinium
Sow delphiniums directly outside now for wonderful and colourful blooms the following spring.
Pansies
For wonderful autumn and winter bedding, sow pansies now.
Foxgloves
To allow time for germination, sow foxgloves now for gorgeous blooms the following summer.
