Join Richard in this weeks veg gardening podcast where he discusses what we can be doing throughout October in the veg garden. Richard also shares the latest from the plots.
Product of the month
September saw Richard testing a pair of light weight wellington boots from lbcboots.com.
Overall Richard is very happy with these boots although shaking old habits of using his trainers is a hard habit to crack.
Richard found these boots very comfortable and very lightweight. So light he didn't feel like he was wearing boots at all.
October see's Richard testing a ground stake for when he takes Roxy, his new puppy, to the allotment.
What can I do in the veg garden throughout October.
There's lots that can be done in the veg garden throughout October
Seeds to sow
Onion setsgarlic setsShallotsPeas such as meteor or Feltham firstBroad beans such as Aquadulce ClaudiaCauliflowerCabbageTurnipSalad leafLettuceSpring onionsCorn saladLand cressMicro greensbasildillParsleyCorianderGreen manures
Tasks to do
Collect leaf fall to make leaf mouldClear plants such as runner beans and courgettesHarvest pumpkinsStake Brussel sprout plantsSow green manures or mulchClean greenhousesRipen tomatoes and peppersCut back yellowing asparagusMove citrus plants indoorsClear away straw mulches from strawberriesDivide RhubarbHarvest applesCheck over any heater and fleeces.