What To Sow In February - Allotment Gardening For Beginners UK

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🌱 February is a suitable time to start sewing a variety of seeds, but there's no need to rush as some seeds are better planted later.

💧 A heated propagator is recommended to give seeds an initial boost during the colder early months.

🥗 Lettuce, including varieties like Mizuna and mixed lettuce, can be started indoors even if some types suggest outdoor sowing.

🌶️ It's essential to start sewing chili peppers and sweet peppers in February due to their slow-growing nature.

🍆 Aubergines, like peppers, should also be started in February if you're not opting for grafted plants, which can yield a larger harvest.

🥔 Potato sets should be 'chitted' in preparation for planting from mid to late March, kept in light but not in direct sunlight or frosty conditions.

🥦 Kale and leeks are among the vegetables best started in February for optimal growth and harvest success.

🍅 Tomatoes are a key crop to start in February, with varieties like Roma being favorites due to their ease of growth.

🤔 The creator is keen to know what viewers are planting and if they've begun their gardening activities.

👍 The video is meant to be a helpful resource, offering tips and personal experiences throughout the planting seasons.

Timestamped Summary

00:06 Discussing sewing options for February.

00:17 Sharing personal sewing choices for the month.

00:31 Importance of timing in sewing certain seeds.

00:52 Personal experiences on when to start sewing.

01:21 Listing potential indoor sewing options like lettuce and beetroot.

02:08 Personal strategy to wait for warmer weather for some crops.

02:35 Benefits of direct sewing for radishes, spring onions, and beetroot.

03:01 Indoor sewing of microgreens for beginners.

03:10 Peas and broad beans can be started, using module trays recommended.

03:26 Make sure to source onion sets in February.

04:01 Preparing to chit potatoes for late March planting.

04:59 Urging to start peppers and aubergines now due to slow growth.

05:57 Selecting five must-sew seeds for February including chilies and kale.

07:04 Inviting viewers to share their sewing plans.

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Q&A

What are some of the things I can sew in February?

Some of the things you can sew in February include lettuce, beetroot, parsnips, radishes, spring onions, peas, broad beans, onion sets, globe artichokes, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, chili peppers, sweet peppers, aubergines, kale, leeks, chard, and tomatoes.

Do I need to sew all the seeds I have in February?

No, there is really no rush. Although there is a myriad of seeds you could be planting this month, some things in my opinion need to get in February to get the best crop. Others you can spread throughout the coming months and might actually do better starting a little bit later in the year.

Should I start plants like beetroot and parsnips indoors or outdoors in February?

You can start beetroot and parsnips indoors in a heated propagator. Personally, I'd wait until it warms up and plant them later in the year, but the choice is yours depending on your local climate.

What is some advice for starting chillies, sweet peppers, and aubergines from seeds?

For chili peppers, sweet peppers, and aubergines, you need to start them off in February because they take a really long time to grow. They are so slow growing that if you want peppers or chili peppers from your seeds, you need to be doing it now.

Why is it important not to put my potato sets in a dark place when chitting them?

Putting potato sets in a dark place is the worst place for them because it can cause them to sprout too much and become leggy. You want to keep them in sunlight but not direct sunlight and not too hot, and not in a frosty environment.

Which vegetables do you consider a must to start sowing in February?

The must-start vegetables in February for me are kale, leeks, bright lights chard, and tomatoes including varieties like Fantastico and Roma.

Where should I keep my chitted potatoes?

Chitted potatoes should be kept in a place like a conservatory that's unheated but won't frost over. They should be in the sunlight but not directly and kept in a mild environment.