Join Richard in this weeks podcast with new theme tune and a slight tweak on the format. This week Richard is sharing what can we do in January in the veg garden. Richard also shares the latest from the plots.
Seeds to sow in January
Certain varieties of the following can be sown outside this month
Broad beansPeasGarlicShallotsOnion sets
The following can be sown In an unheated greenhouse or under cover
LettuceSpinachSpring onionsOnionsTurnipsSunner cabbagesSummer CauliflowerCeleryCeleriacRhubarbParsleyCoriander
The following can be sown indoors or in a heated propagator
ChilliesAubergineBasilTomatoes but be warned this might get to big to early!!!!
What can we do in January in the veg garden
Tasks to tackle outside this month are
Prune apple and pear trees, gooseberry and current bushesClear old crops and weeds from beds, mulching with compost and manure as required.Plant bare rooted fruit trees and bushesCover rhubarb with an old bin to force rhubarbFeed brassicas with a high nitrogen feed making sure they are well netted
If its raining then head into the greenhouse or shed and tackle
Tidy up greenhouse and shed, cleaning windows to allow better light in.Check over any overwintering plants for pests and diseaseMove some potted strawberries inside for an early crop
And for those dark evenings
Finalise your plans for this yearCheck through seed collectionsOrder any seeds and seed potatoes required for this coming year.
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