Keep harvesting and caring for summer displays while making plans for the months ahead. Explore what to sow, plant and enjoy in your UK garden this month.
Explore August plantsKeep harvesting and caring for summer displays while making plans for the months ahead.
Sow these seeds this month (15 plants).
Put these into the garden now (46 plants).
What's blooming this month (170 plants).
Approximate last spring / first autumn frost — always check your local forecast before sowing or planting out tender plants.
| Region | Last spring frost | First autumn frost |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland & far north | late May | late September |
| North of England | mid May | mid October |
| Midlands & Wales | early–mid May | late October |
| East & South East England | late April–early May | late October |
| London & urban areas | mid April | early November |
| South West & coastal | mid April | November |
UK gardening times vary by region, exposure and weather. Check local conditions and frost risk before sowing or planting out tender plants.
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