Summer Sowing: A Guide to July Seed Sowing
What to Sow in July
Summer sowing is a great way to extend your vegetable garden season and fill your garden with beautiful flowers next year. Here are some of the best things to sow in July:
- Flowers: Foxgloves, forget-me-nots, sweet rocket, sweet Williams
- Vegetables: Dwarf French beans, Swiss chard, chicory, winter radish, parsley, coriander
Benefits of Summer Sowing
- Extends the vegetable garden season
- Provides flowers for next year’s garden
- Many plants grow best in the cool of autumn
- Can squeeze in one more harvest from your plot
How to Sow Seeds in July
- Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
- Prepare the soil by loosening it and removing any weeds.
- Sow the seeds thinly and cover them with a thin layer of soil.
- Water the seeds well and keep them moist until they germinate.
Tips for Success
- Start sowing seeds in late July.
- Sow biennial flowers now to enjoy their blooms next year.
- Sow hardy annuals like coriander in autumn for a winter harvest.
- Water seeds regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
- Thin out seedlings once they have germinated to prevent overcrowding.
Enjoy the Fruits of Your Labor
With a little care and attention, your summer-sown seeds will soon be thriving and providing you with a bountiful harvest of flowers and vegetables.