The hard work is paying off — your windowsills are full of strong seedlings and the garden is responding. This week is about getting everything in the ground and keeping it alive.
Week Spring Jobs:: Seeds to Sow This Week
- Successional salads — every fortnight keeps the supply going. Rocket, lettuce, radish, spring onions.
- Herbs outdoors — chives, parsley, thyme can all be direct sown or planted out now
- Dwarf beans — direct sow in pots or beds outdoors in mild areas
- Courgettes and cucumbers — last chance for sowing indoors for greenhouse growing
Jobs to Do This Week
- Plant out all tender vegetables —courgettes, cucumbers, beans, and basil can all go out in most areas by now
- Feed everything — liquid feed on tomatoes, seaweed on vegetables, rose fertiliser on flowering shrubs
- Water deeply and thoroughly — containers, grow bags, and raised beds need water every day in warm weather now
- Thin developing fruit on apple and pear trees — one fruit per cluster, 10-15cm apart
- Weed and mulch — weed thoroughly while soil is warm and moist, then mulch to suppress further growth
What to Watch For
Caterpillars on brassicas — small white butterflies are laying eggs now. Check undersides of leaves and remove egg masses. Net plants if you had problems last year.
What You Need This Week
- Seaweed feed — liquid fertiliser for all plants
- Patio containers — large pots for tomatoes and courgettes
- Fruit cage netting — for protecting soft fruit
- Compost bags — quality multi-purpose compost
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to do this?
The ideal time depends on your climate and the specific plants involved. Generally, early morning or late afternoon are best to avoid the heat of the day.
How often should I check on this?
Check your garden at least once a week during the growing season to catch any issues early and keep on top of tasks.
Can I do this in a container instead?
Many garden tasks can be adapted for containers. Use a good quality potting compost and ensure containers have adequate drainage holes.
What if I don’t have the right tools?
Start with the basics — a trowel, fork, gloves, and watering can will get you a long way. Add tools as you need them.
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