Grow in February – Time to kickstart the growing year! 🌱

Grow in February – Time to kickstart the growing year! 🌱

February is a month of anticipation. Spring is on its way, and it's a perfect time to give your gardening projects an early start. Here's what you can do in February to prepare and get started:

1. Sow indoors

February is an excellent month to sow seeds that need a long development period. Here are some examples:

• Chili and bell peppers : If you haven't already sown these, now is the time to start.
• Tomatoes : Pre-sprout tomato seeds to give them a head start.
• Flower seeds : Start with annual flowers like snapdragon and lobelia for a colorful summer.

Place the seeds in a sunny window or under grow lights, and keep the soil evenly moist.

2. Prepare the greenhouse

If you have a greenhouse, you can start preparing it for spring cultivation:

• Clean the glass to maximize light transmission.
• Check the ventilation and repair any damage.
• Start growing early crops such as lettuce, spinach and radishes under protection in the greenhouse.

3. Plan your vegetable garden

• Draw up a growing plan for your garden. Consider crop rotation and intercropping to maximize your harvest.
• Order seeds and growing supplies if you haven't already.

4. Fertilize and improve the soil

If the ground is not frozen, you can start preparing your growing beds:

• Spread well-drained manure or compost to improve soil structure and nutrition.
• Cover the beds with a non-woven fabric or tarpaulin to warm the soil before sowing.

5. Care for perennial plants

• Prune fruit trees and berry bushes, such as apple trees and currants, before they start to bud.
• Check that the protection around sensitive plants is still in place.

6. Sow outdoors (under protection)

If the weather is mild, you can sow early crops such as spinach, carrots and broad beans directly into the soil under protection, such as fiber cloth or a cold bench.

7. Get inspired and learn

February is a good month to read gardening books, attend gardening classes, or find inspiration online for new projects.

💡 Tip: If you use grow lights for your seedlings, make sure to place it about 10-15 cm above the plants to avoid them becoming rickety.

With these preparations and activities, you will lay the foundation for a successful growing season. What are you planning to grow in February? 🌿 Feel free to share! 🥕