When to sow veg: indoors & out

Timetable of what veg to sow and when

 

AS the season warms up, it becomes possible to direct sow more and more vegetables.

 

Even tender things like French and runner beans are OK to sow outside once the frosts have finished, if they're in a warm position with rich, well-drained soil.

 

In fact, too much heat can be a problem for some crops like lettuce - they appreciate a bit of shade in high summer.

 

Successional sowing is the key to getting the most out of your land - fill any gaps with quick-growing salad crops.