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Planting Diary

Choose a month and discover what plants you can grow and what is ready for harvest.

December

Nature rests, the garden prepares.

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Discover what you can sow, tend, and harvest in December.
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January

Every seed hides a new beginning.

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See which plants you can sow and which are ready for harvest.
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February

Spring is approaching... and the garden is waking up.

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Discover what you can plant and how to prepare your garden.
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March

Nature is awakening and everything is starting to bloom.

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The ideal month for the first spring sowings and a dynamic start in the garden.
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April

Spring is at its most beautiful time.

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It offers ideal conditions for new plantings and crop care.
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May

The garden is filled with life and colour.

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With care, the spring crops are developing and preparing for the first harvest.
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June

The sun gives life to every crop.

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The crops are growing vigorously and the garden needs regular care to continue to flourish.
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July

The time of the first great harvest.

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It rewards effort with abundant harvests and continuous plant care.
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August

The garden is at the height of its production.

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Month of abundance, with many harvests but also preparation for the following crops.
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September

The harvest continues, a new cycle begins.

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A month that combines the harvest with new autumn crops.
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October

Nature is changing, the garden is adapting.

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The cooler days are ideal for new plantings and for tending to the soil before winter.
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November

The garden is being prepared for winter.

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The appropriate period for protecting crops and preparing the soil.
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December

December marks the start of the winter planting cycle. Despite the low temperatures, there are plants that grow ideally during this period and prepare the garden for the coming months.

Garlic

Planting

October – December

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Water moderately and ensure the soil doesn't retain too much water.

Onion

Planting

November – January

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Water me in moderation, particularly on days with heavy rainfall.

🌿 Tip of the month

Winter is the right time to prepare the soil and care for winter crops. Keep the soil free of weeds and check its moisture, avoiding overwatering.

🌍 Did you know?;

Garlic and onions belong to the same plant family (Allium) and have been cultivated for thousands of years, forming staple ingredients of the Mediterranean diet.

January

January is ideal for continuing winter crops. With the right choices, the vegetable garden remains productive and prepares for spring.

Peas

Planting

November – February

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Place a small stake in the plants as they grow, so they develop properly.

Broad beans

Planting

October – January

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate 

💡Advice

Support the plants as they grow, particularly if the area experiences strong winds.

🌿 Tip of the month

In January, take advantage of sunny days to tend to your vegetable garden. Remove weeds and frequently check the soil moisture.

🌍 Did you know?;

Broad beans, like peas, belong to the legumes and naturally help to enrich the soil with nitrogen.

February

February marks the transition to spring. The days are getting longer, and it's the right time to start new crops that will yield in the coming months.

Carrot

Planting

February – April

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Prefer fluffy soil and water regularly so that the soil retains moisture.

Parsley

Planting

February – May

Position
Sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Avoid cutting all the leaves at once, so that the parsley continues to grow.

🌿 Tip of the month

The mild February days are ideal for preparing the soil and starting the first spring crops.

🌍 Did you know?;

Carrots grow best in light and loose soil, resulting in straighter and healthier roots.

March

March marks the start of the spring growing season. Temperatures are rising, and it's the perfect time to get many of our favourite summer crops underway.

Tomato

Planting

March – April (in a seedbed or directly in the garden)

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

Plant it in a spot with plenty of sun and support the plant as it grows.

Pepper

Planting

March – April (in a seedbed or directly in the garden)

Position
Sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Protect young plants from low night temperatures.

🌿 Tip of the month

March is ideal for preparing the soil, adding compost or natural fertiliser before new plantings.

🌍 Did you know?;

The tomato loves the sun and needs at least 6-8 hours of sunshine a day to grow properly.

April

With spring temperatures stabilising, April is one of the most productive months for the vegetable garden. Many summer vegetables can now be planted outdoors.

Cucumber

Planting

April – May

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Increased

💡Advice

Water frequently, especially on hot days, so that the soil remains slightly moist.

Courgette

Planting

April – May

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Increased

💡Advice

Leave enough space between the plants to allow them to grow properly.

🌿 Tip of the month

Higher temperatures increase plant water requirements. Regularly check soil moisture.

🌍 Did you know?;

The flowers of the courgette plant are edible and are used in many traditional Greek recipes.

May

May is one of the busiest months in the vegetable garden. Mild temperatures and longer daylight hours help plants grow quickly and prepare for the first summer harvests.

Aubergine

Planting

May

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Plant it in a warm and sunny spot and water regularly without letting the water stagnate.

Green beans

Planting

April – June

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Pick green beans when they are still tender for better flavour and continuous production.

🌿 Tip of the month

May is the right time to remove weeds and check your plants regularly so they grow healthily.

🌍 Did you know?;

Runner beans belong to the legume family and naturally contribute to enriching the soil with nitrogen, also benefiting subsequent crops.

June

June brings the first major summer harvests, while higher temperatures require more frequent care and proper watering to keep plants healthy and productive.

Sweetcorn

Planting

April – June

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Increased

💡Advice

Water regularly, especially during fruit development, so that the soil remains slightly moist.

Watermelon

Planting

April – June

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Increased

💡Advice

Leave plenty of space around the plants, as their shoots spread quickly.

🌿 Tip of the month

It is preferable to water early in the morning or late in the afternoon to reduce water loss from evaporation.

🌍 Did you know?;

Maize is pollinated by the wind, not by bees, which is why it is best planted in blocks rather than individually.

July

July is the hottest month of the summer. Most crops are in full production, while at the same time the first plantings for the autumn vegetable garden begin.

Chicory

Planting

July – September

Position
Full sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate

💡Advice

Keep the soil slightly moist for tender leaf growth.

Cabbage

Planting

July – September

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

Water regularly and remove weeds that compete with the plant for water and nutrients.

🌿 Tip of the month

Continue to water regularly and remove dead leaves from the plants so that they remain healthy throughout the summer.

🌍 Did you know?;

Cabbage grows best when temperatures gradually begin to decrease, which is why summer plantings are intended for autumn and winter harvest.

August

August combines the last summer harvests with the preparation of the autumn vegetable garden. It is the right time to start new crops that love cooler conditions.

Broccoli

Planting

August – September

Position
Full sun 

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

Keep the soil consistently lightly moist for the plant's head to grow properly.

Cauliflower

Planting

August – September

Position
Full sun

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

Keep the soil lightly moist and avoid overwatering.

🌿 Tip of the month

Make the most of the end of summer to prepare your vegetable patch for autumn crops by enriching the soil with compost.

🌍 Did you know?;

Broccoli and cauliflower belong to the same plant family (Brassicaceae), as does cabbage, and they prefer cooler temperatures to grow properly.

September

September marks the start of autumn crops. Temperatures become milder, creating ideal conditions for plants that thrive in cooler environments.

Spinach

Planting

September – November

Position
Full sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

Keep the soil lightly moist, especially during seed germination.

Lettuce

Planting

September – November

Position
Sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

First, trim the largest leaves from the outside of the plant so it continues to produce new ones.

🌿 Tip of the month

The cooler days are ideal for new sowings. Keep the soil free of weeds and make sure to water the young crops regularly.

🌍 Did you know?;

Spinach grows best in cool temperatures and can be harvested even a few weeks after sowing, depending on the variety.

October

October is one of the best months for autumn crops. Mild temperatures and the first rains create ideal conditions for leafy vegetables that grow quickly and offer a bountiful harvest.

Rocket

Planting

September – November

Position
Full sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate 

💡Advice

Gather the leaves while they are still tender, so they have a milder flavour.

Beetroot

Planting

September – October

 

Position
Sun 

Water needs 

Moderate 

💡Advice

Keep the soil lightly moist for the plant's roots to develop properly.

🌿 Tip of the month

The mild October temperatures favour autumn crops. Water moderately and remove weeds so that the plants can grow without competition.

🌍 Did you know?;

The beetroot is one of the few vegetables where both the root and the leaves are consumed, as both are particularly nutritious.

November

November is the month when the vegetable garden adapts to lower temperatures. It's the right time for crops that love cool weather and continue to grow during winter.

Celery

Planting

September – November

Position
Full sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate to high

💡Advice

Keep the soil consistently lightly moist so that the stems grow properly.

Seaside

Planting

September – October

 

Position
Full sun or partial shade

Water needs 

Moderate 

💡Advice

Collect the leaves when they reach a satisfactory size, without removing the whole plant if you want it to continue producing new leaves.

🌿 Tip of the month

Protect young crops from heavy rainfall and make sure to remove weeds that compete with plants for water and nutrients.

🌍 Did you know?;

Chicory is often more tender and less bitter when grown in the cooler months of the year.

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