Gardening experts say August is an ideal month for transitioning summer gardens to fall by planting cool-weather crops. Leafy greens, root vegetables, herbs, and brassicas are all recommended for August planting.
Best Veggies to Plant in August
Some of the best vegetables to plant in August include broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, collard greens, bok choy, lettuce, spinach, arugula, carrots, beets, radishes, turnips, garlic, onions, sugar snap peas, and a variety of herbs.
Experts advise gardeners to know their region’s first frost date to time their planting correctly. Choosing a location that gets at least 6-8 hours of sunlight each day and refreshing garden beds with compost or organic matter after removing spent summer crops is also crucial.
Tips for a Thriving August Garden
Gardening experts recommend keeping newly planted seeds consistently moist until they germinate and timing planting with the region’s first frost date in mind. Beginner gardeners can start with reliable favorites like Dinosaur kale, broccolini, Napa cabbage, or carrots.
Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
