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Gardening in Midlands & Wales

A transitional zone with moderate frost risk and varied terrain from lowland valleys to upland areas.

❄️ Frost dates

Last spring frost: Mid April
First autumn frost: Early November

Approximate — always check your local forecast.
🌱 Soil & growing conditions

Mixed soils — clay in the Midlands, acidic in Welsh valleys, limestone in parts of Wales and the Marches.

🌿 Hardy plants for Midlands & Wales

Reliable, hardy plants well suited to Midlands & Wales gardens.

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🌱 What to sow in Midlands & Wales, month by month

Sowing windows timed to Midlands & Wales's frost dates (Mid April last frost, Early November first frost) — not the UK average.

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