Plant in October for a flourishing Spring!

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Scape Easy are your local gardeners and landscapers in West Sheffield. October is a great time to sow and plant, and we’re here to do it for you.

October is an ideal time for planting and sowing a variety of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. As cooler weather sets in, the soil remains warm enough for many crops to thrive, offering a great opportunity to prepare for the next growing season. For vegetable enthusiasts, it’s the perfect moment to plant crops like onions, garlic, broad beans, and peas. Planting these now in any bare patches of your garden will not only put the soil to good use but also ensure an earlier harvest next year.

October also ushers in the season for bare-root planting. This means it’s an excellent time to establish fruit-bearing trees and shrubs. Bare-root apple and pear trees, along with fruit bushes like blackcurrants and gooseberries, can be planted now, setting the stage for a fruitful garden next year. As your local West Sheffield landscapers and gardeners, we’ll take care of everything, from vegetables and fruit trees to flowers.

In the ornamental garden or cut-flower patch, there’s still time at this time of year to sow hardy annuals, which will overwinter and provide vibrant colour early in the spring. Flowers like wallflowers and forget-me-nots can be planted now, ensuring you have eye-catching spring displays. Many perennials, like primulas, also benefit from being sown in autumn, as the cold helps with their germination process.

Great to plant at this time of year is the hardy annual phacelia. Known to attract pollinators, it’s a fantastic choice for bees and makes an excellent green manure to enrich the soil. You can sow this plant directly into well-prepared soil, or in a seed tray, ready to transplant in spring.

Cowslips (Primula veris) are another robust perennial to consider. These thrive in partially shaded areas, particularly near water sources like ponds. If you sow fresh seeds in October, they’ll get the cold treatment they need to germinate. Keep the seed trays outside but sheltered from harsh conditions, such as in a cold frame.

Orlaya grandiflora, also known as white laceflower, is a Mediterranean native worth thinking about. Sowing the seeds in autumn and overwintering them in a cold frame will reward you with early blooms in spring. Similarly, honeywort (Cerinthe), which is adored by bees for its bell-shaped flowers, makes a stunning addition to both gardens and floral arrangements. Sow seeds in pots or trays now, and they’ll be ready to plant out next spring.

With proper planning, October can be a productive and rewarding month in your garden, offering the foundation for beautiful blooms and bountiful harvests in the coming year. If you need reliable, local gardeners and landscapers in West Sheffield, contact Scape Easy today!

Call us on 0114 2309673 or email us at info@scapeasy.co.uk.

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