What to plant in your garden in August

Vegetables

1. Lettuce and Salad Leaves: Varieties such as rocket, mizuna, and lamb's lettuce can be sown for autumn harvest.
2. Spinach: Plant spinach seeds for a late autumn harvest.
3. Radishes: Quick-growing radishes can be sown for an autumn crop.
4. Spring Onions: Sow now for an early spring harvest.
5. Beetroot: Sow early in August for a late autumn harvest.
6. Turnips: Sow now for an autumn harvest.
7. Kale: Plant kale for harvest in autumn and winter.
8. Pak Choi: Plant pak choi for an autumn crop.
9. Winter Cabbages: Early August is a good time to plant winter cabbages.
10. Carrots: Early maturing varieties can still be sown.

Herbs

1. Coriander: Sow coriander seeds for autumn use.
2. Dill: Sow dill seeds now for late summer and autumn use.
3. Parsley: Plant parsley for a harvest in late autumn and winter.

Others

1. Garlic: Prepare garlic for planting in late autumn for next year's crop.
2. Spring Greens: Sow seeds now for an early spring harvest.
3. Broad Beans: Sow broad beans in late August for an early spring harvest.

Tips for Successful Planting

• Soil Preparation: Ensure the soil is well-prepared with compost or organic matter to support the growth of new plants.
• Watering: August can be warm and dry, so ensure that new seeds and plants are well-watered until they are established.
• Protection: Use cloches or row covers to protect young plants from pests and cooler weather as autumn approaches.

By planting these crops in August, you can extend your growing season and enjoy fresh produce well into the autumn and even winter months.