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WHAT TO PLANT ON ST PATRICK’S DAY – A LITTLE LUCK FOR YOUR AUTUMN GARDEN

1:51 pm, 22/02/2026

WHAT TO PLANT ON ST PATRICK’S DAY IN AUSTRALIA – A LITTLE GARDEN LUCK ?

St Patrick’s Day always brings thoughts of lush green landscapes, fresh beginnings and the quiet promise of growth. While the tradition of planting on the 17th of March began in the Northern Hemisphere as a signal of spring’s arrival, here in Australia and across the Southern Hemisphere it marks something just as special — the gentle transition into our beautiful autumn growing season.

For many gardeners, this time of year feels like a breath of relief. The intensity of summer begins to ease, the soil is still warm enough for excellent germination, and cooler days create kinder conditions for plants to establish without stress. It’s one of the most forgiving and rewarding times to garden, making St Patrick’s Day a lovely symbolic reminder to step back into the garden and start planting again.

At Wendy’s Garden, we always look forward to this seasonal shift. It’s when we see gardeners rediscover their enthusiasm, dust off seed trays and begin preparing beds for the months ahead. Autumn planting isn’t just practical — it feels hopeful, calm and full of possibility.

Many of the crops traditionally linked with St Patrick’s Day are perfectly suited to Australian autumn conditions. Peas and broad beans are wonderful choices, thriving in the cooler weather ahead while benefiting from the still-warm soil that encourages strong early growth. Onions also perform beautifully when planted now, slowly establishing over winter before rewarding gardeners later in the season.

Leafy greens are another autumn favourite. Lettuce, spinach and silverbeet grow more comfortably once the harsh summer heat fades, producing sweeter, more tender leaves with less stress and bolting. Brassicas such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and kale also appreciate being planted at this time, developing strong growth and excellent flavour as temperatures continue to cool.

Herbs including parsley, coriander and dill settle happily into autumn gardens as well. While folklore often suggests parsley planted on St Patrick’s Day brings good luck, the real magic lies in the seasonal timing — cooler weather simply allows these herbs to thrive with far less effort from the gardener.

St Patrick’s Day is also a beautiful reminder to care not just for what we grow, but for the soil that supports it. This is a perfect time to sow green manure crops, which create a lush green blanket across garden beds, protecting and nourishing the soil while adding valuable organic matter. As these crops are turned back into the earth, they improve structure, retain moisture, encourage beneficial microbial life and, in many cases, naturally boost nitrogen levels. It’s one of the gentlest and most effective ways to prepare for future abundance. I just made up 1.5 kilos of green manure mix! Look it up in the homepage search bar!

This idea of nurturing the soil before expecting a harvest reflects something we deeply believe in at Wendy’s Garden. Healthy gardens begin with healthy soil, patience and a willingness to work alongside nature rather than against it. Whether you are sowing peas, planting leafy greens or improving your beds with green manure, these small seasonal actions build the foundation for stronger plants and more joyful harvests.

More than anything, St Patrick’s Day reminds us that gardening is full of quiet hope. It’s about fresh starts, tiny seeds and the belief that with care and time, beautiful things will grow. The real luck in gardening isn’t chance — it’s planting at the right moment, nurturing the soil and being part of a community that shares the same love for growing.

From all of us at Wendy’s Garden, we hope this St Patrick’s season brings a little green magic into your garden, your soil and your growing journey ??

IT’S TOMATO TIME, AUSTRALIA!

9:41 am, 14/11/2025
?? IT’S TOMATO TIME, AUSTRALIA! ??

Right now is the perfect moment to start planting tomato seeds all across Australia — the soil is warming, the days are longer, and tomatoes absolutely thrive when started in late spring and early summer. Whether you sow into trays, pots, or straight into your garden beds, your plants will take off fast, grow strongly, and reward you with months and months of delicious fruit.
And at wendysgarden.com.au you’ll find one of Australia’s largest and happiest collections of tomato seeds — with 10% to 90% off everything right now! ?

Here’s every gorgeous variety we have in stock, and why they’re special:
? Tomato Banana Legs – A prolific, lightly striped yellow tomato with low acid and a beautifully sweet flavour. A sunshine-coloured treat.
? Tomato Beefsteak Red – Massive fruits that can reach up to a kilo each. Juicy, delicious, and one of the easiest beefsteaks you’ll ever grow.
? Tomato Big Rainbow – A colourful heirloom stunner reaching over 500 grams, famous for its exceptional, balanced flavour.
? Tomato Black Cherry – The closest to true black you’ll find in a tomato. Rich, complex, and absolutely unforgettable.
? Tomato Bumblebee Sunrise – Produces long trusses of gorgeous golden, pink and orange cherry tomatoes. A real show-stopper.
? Tomato Cherry Surprise Mix – A rainbow of heirloom baby-sized tomatoes in every colour imaginable.
? Tomato Costoluto Seeds – An early-fruiting, ribbed heirloom variety producing large, richly flavoured beefsteaks.
? Tomato Dancing With Smurfs – Deep blue-purple antioxidant-rich skins give this variety its magical, moody colouring.
? Tomato Dark Galaxy – A cosmic mix of gold, black, purple and red. Simply stunning – come over to the dark side.
? Tomato Flowerball – Straight out of a 1960s music festival with wild, swirling colours you won’t forget.
? Tomato Giant Tree – Yes, it really grows like a small tree! Perfect for patios and big pots.
? Tomato Golden Roma – A rich, tasty, versatile yellow paste tomato that’s an easy grower and a great all-rounder.
? Tomato Indian Red River – A rare heirloom with delicious, fast-maturing fruit growing on a strong climbing vine.
? Tomato Indigo Blue – A star-topped beauty with antioxidant-rich two-tone fruit.
? Tomato Lucid Gem – A strong grower with true tomato flavour and bonus antioxidants.
? Tomato Moneymaker – A classic heirloom truss tomato that produces reliably for over seven months.
? Tomato Mortgage Lifter – The famous tomato that paid off a farmer’s mortgage! Huge, delicious, and wonderfully productive.
? Tomato Napoli Paste Seeds – Heavy yields of rich, red, tasty paste fruit ideal for preserving and sauces.
? Tomato Orange Pixie – A dwarf cherry type perfect for balconies, patios and pots with a long picking season.
? Tomato Oxheart Pink – Huge, sweet, heart-shaped beefsteaks on a prolific, easy-growing plant.
? Tomato Rapunzel Seeds – Long, cascading tresses loaded with bright, delicious cherry tomatoes.
? Tomato Red Currant Pimpinellifolium – The ancient mother of all modern tomatoes. Tiny, sweet, flavour-packed, and vigorous.
? Tomato Red Russian – Will grow all year round in many Aussie climates. Succulent, sweet and reliable.
? Tomato Reistomate – A rare Peruvian heirloom producing beautiful bunched tomatoes full of old-world charm.
? Tomato Riesentraube – A true heirloom with pointed, flavour-rich fruits loved for centuries.
? Tomato Roma San Marzano – The king of sauces! Rich, meaty, and perfect for paste and preserving.
? Tomato Silvery Fir Tree – Fruits look like Christmas ornaments dangling from a lacy-leaved plant. Extremely rare and unique.
? Tomato Sweet Marbles Seeds – A very sweet red cherry that produces hundreds of fruits per plant.
? Tomato Tatura Dwarf Globe – A miniature plant that produces full-sized tomatoes. Brilliant for small gardens and pots.
? Tomato Ten Mix – One packet, ten fantastic varieties! A fun way to discover what you love.
? Tomato White Cherry – Sweet, creamy little flavour bombs that are surprisingly resistant to insect and bird damage.
? Tomato White Ice – A cool, pale variety—“let it grow”, as Elsa would say! Fresh, sweet and refreshing.
?? Start your seeds now, enjoy strong summer growth, and get ready for an amazing tomato harvest right through late summer and early autumn.
Visit www.wendysgarden.com.au

ARID AREAS – PLANTING IN SEPTEMBER AND PLANNING FOR  OCTOBER

1:23 pm, 02/09/2025

 

PLANTING IN SEPTEMBER

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Angelica              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)              Sow seed

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))               Sow seed

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )              Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Carrot   Sow seed

Celeriac               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Choko/Chayote (also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton)                Plant tubers

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Cucumber           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)      Sow seed

Eggplant (also Aubergine)            Sow seed

Ginger   Plant root

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)      Plant tubers

Leeks     Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Lettuce Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)               Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mizuna (also Japanese Greens, Mitzuna, Mibuna)              Plant out (transplant) seedlings

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)             Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Pak Choy (also Pak choi)               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Parsnip Sow seed

Potato   Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Radish   Sow seed

Rhubarb              Plant crowns

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola)       Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)     Sow seed

Shallots (also Eschalots)                Sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)             Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)     Plant tubers

Tomatillo             Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Tomato                Sow seed

Watermelon       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Yacon (also Sunroot)       Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

PLANNING FOR OCTOBER

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)              Sow seed

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))               Sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Carrot   Sow seed

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Choko/Chayote (also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton)                Plant tubers

Cucumber           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)      Sow seed

Eggplant (also Aubergine)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Ginger   Plant root

Lettuce Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Parsnip Sow seed

Potato   Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Radish   Sow seed

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola)       Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)     Sow seed

Savory – winter savory (also Savory)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Shallots (also Eschalots)                Sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)     Plant tubers

Tomato                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Watermelon       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Sow seed

TROPICAL & SUB-TROPICAL AREAS – WHAT TO PLANT IN SEPTEMBER AND PLANNING FOR OCTOBER

1:18 pm, 02/09/2025

TROPICAL AREAS – SEE BELOW FOR SUB-TROPICAL AREAS

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)   Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)     Sow seed

Cucumber           Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Ginger   Plant root

Mustard greens (also gai choy)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower           Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)     Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Plant out (transplant) seedlings

 

PLANNING FOR OCTOBER

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)     Sow seed

Ginger   Plant root

Mustard greens (also gai choy)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

 

SUB-TROPICAL AREAS PLANTING IN SEPTEMBER

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Angelica              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus           Plant crowns

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)              Sow seed

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))               Sow seed

Cabbage              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Carrot   Sow seed

Celeriac               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celery   Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)               Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Chinese cabbage (also Wong bok, wong nga pak, napa cabbage) Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Choko/Chayote (also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton)                Plant tubers

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)   Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)              Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)     Sow seed

Cucumber           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)      Sow seed

Dill         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Eggplant (also Aubergine)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Fennel (also Bronze fennel)          Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

French tarragon               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Ginger   Plant root

Horseradish        Plant crowns

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)      Plant tubers

Leeks     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, )                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lettuce Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mint (also Garden mint)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mustard greens (also gai choy)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)     Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Parsnip Sow seed

Potato   Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Radish   Sow seed

Rhubarb              Plant crowns

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola)       Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)      Sow seed

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosemary            Sow seed

Sage (also Common Sage)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)     Sow seed

Savory – summer savory (also ‘Bean Herb’)            Sow seed

Savory – winter savory (also Savory)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)        Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)         Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Sunflower           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)             Sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)     Plant tubers

Thyme (also Common thyme)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomatillo             Sow seed

Tomato                Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Turnip   Sow seed

Watermelon       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Yacon (also Sunroot)       Plant tubers

Yam/Oca (also Oka)         Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Planning for October

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Angelica              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus           Plant crowns

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)              Sow seed

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))               Sow seed

Cabbage              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Carrot   Sow seed

Celeriac               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celery   Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Choko/Chayote (also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton)                Plant tubers

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)     Sow seed

Cucumber           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Eggplant (also Aubergine)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

French tarragon               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Ginger   Plant root

Horseradish        Plant crowns

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)      Plant tubers

Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, )                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lettuce Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mint (also Garden mint)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mustard greens (also gai choy)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Pumpkin              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Radish   Sow seed

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola)       Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosemary            Sow seed

Sage (also Common Sage)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)     Sow seed

Savory – summer savory (also ‘Bean Herb’)            Sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)             Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)     Plant tubers

Thyme (also Common thyme)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomatillo             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomato                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Turnip   Sow seed

Watermelon       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Yacon (also Sunroot)       Plant tubers

Yam/Oca (also Oka)         Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

TEMPERATE AREAS – WHAT TO PLANT IN SEPTEMBER AND PLANNING FOR OCTOBER

1:02 pm, 02/09/2025

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)           Sow seed. sow after risk of frost has gone

Angelica              Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Artichokes (Globe)           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Asparagus           Plant crowns

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)              Sow seed

Basil       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners)             Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. sow after frost

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)    Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. sow after frost

Beetroot (also Beets)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)    Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Broccoli               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))               Sow seed

Cabbage              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Carrot   Sow seed

Cauliflower         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celeriac               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celery   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)               Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Chives (also Garden chives)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Cucumber           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed. Bring on in pots

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)      Sow seed

Dill         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Eggplant (also Aubergine)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Endive   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Fennel (also Bronze fennel)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Florence Fennel (also Finocchio)                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Ginger   Plant root

Horseradish        Plant crowns

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)      Plant tubers

Kale (also Borecole)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Kohlrabi               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Leeks     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, )                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lettuce Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings. Frost tender

Mint (also Garden mint)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Onion    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Parsley (also curly leaf parsley or flat leaf (Italian) parsley)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Parsnip Sow seed

Peas       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Potato   Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed. Frost tender

Radish   Sow seed

Rhubarb              Plant crowns

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola)       Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Frost tender

Rosemary            Sow seed

Sage (also Common Sage)            Sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)     Sow seed

Savory – summer savory (also ‘Bean Herb’)            Sow seed

Savory – winter savory (also Savory)         Sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas)    Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spinach (also English spinach)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings. Frost tender

Sunflower           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Sow seed. sow after risk of frost

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Thyme (also Common thyme)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomatillo             Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Tomato                Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Turnip   Sow seed

Watermelon       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings. Frost tender

 

Planning for October

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Angelica              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus           Plant crowns

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)              Sow seed

Basil       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Broccoli               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))               Sow seed

Cabbage              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Carrot   Sow seed

Cauliflower         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celeriac               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celery   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Choko/Chayote (also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton)                Plant tubers

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)     Sow seed

Cucumber           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Dill         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Eggplant (also Aubergine)            Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Endive   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Fennel (also Bronze fennel)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Florence Fennel (also Finocchio)                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

French tarragon               Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Ginger   Plant root

Horseradish        Plant crowns

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)      Plant tubers

Kale (also Borecole)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Kohlrabi               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Leeks     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, )                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Lettuce Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Mint (also Garden mint)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)     Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Parsley (also curly leaf parsley or flat leaf (Italian) parsley)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Parsnip Sow seed

Peas       Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Potato   Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin              Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Radish   Sow seed

Rhubarb              Plant crowns

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola)       Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosemary            Sow seed

Sage (also Common Sage)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)     Sow seed

Savory – summer savory (also ‘Bean Herb’)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Savory – winter savory (also Savory)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)               Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spinach (also English spinach)     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)             Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)         Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)     Plant tubers

Thyme (also Common thyme)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomatillo             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Tomato                Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Turnip   Sow seed

Watermelon       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Yacon (also Sunroot)       Plant tubers

Yam/Oca (also Oka)         Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

PLANTING IN AUGUST + PLANNING FOR SEPTEMBER – TROPICAL  AREAS

3:30 pm, 03/08/2025

 

 

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)    Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Basil     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners) Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)           Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Cabbage          Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Chinese cabbage (also Wong bok, wong nga pak, napa cabbage)     Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)     Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)          Sow seed

Cucumber       Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Ginger Plant root

Kohlrabi          Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Marrow           Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Mustard greens (also gai choy)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)             Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Pak Choy (also Pak choi)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)          Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)            Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Sunflower        Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)   Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)            Plant tubers

Thyme (also Common thyme)            Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Yam/Oca (also Oka)    Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

 

 

Planning for September

 

Basil     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Cowpeas (also Black eye peas, Southern peas)          Sow seed

Cucumber       Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Ginger Plant root

Mustard greens (also gai choy)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)            Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower        Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Sweet corn (also corn,maize) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)   Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)            Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) Plant out (transplant) seedlings

PLANTING AUGUST + PLANNING FOR SEPTEMBER – ARID AREAS

3:16 pm, 03/08/2025

PLANTING IN AUGUST

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Angelica          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)      Sow seed

Basil     Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners) Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)         Sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)           Sow seed

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))       Sow seed

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Carrot Sow seed

Celeriac           Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Celery Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Cucumber       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)            Sow seed

Dill       Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Eggplant (also Aubergine)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Endive Plant out (transplant) seedlings

French tarragon          Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)           Plant tubers

Lettuce            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Mizuna (also Japanese Greens, Mitzuna, Mibuna)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mustard greens (also gai choy)           Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Onion Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)             Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Pak Choy (also Pak choi)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Parsnip            Sow seed

Peas     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Potato Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin          Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Radish Sow seed

Rhubarb          Plant crowns

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola) Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)             Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Rosemary        Sow seed

Rutabaga (also Swedes)          Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)            Sow seed

Savory – summer savory (also ‘Bean Herb’)    Sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas)        Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)          Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Sunflower        Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Sweet corn (also corn,maize) Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomatillo         Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Tomato            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Turnip Sow seed

Yacon (also Sunroot)   Plant tubers

Yam/Oca (also Oka)    Plant tubers

 

Planning for September

 

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Angelica          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Artichokes (Globe)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)      Sow seed

Basil     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Beetroot (also Beets) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))       Sow seed

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Carrot Sow seed

Celeriac           Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

Chives (also Garden chives)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Choko/Chayote (also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton)   Plant tubers

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Cucumber       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)            Sow seed

Eggplant (also Aubergine)      Sow seed

Ginger Plant root

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)           Plant tubers

Leeks   Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Lettuce            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)       Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Marrow           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Mizuna (also Japanese Greens, Mitzuna, Mibuna)    Plant out (transplant) seedlings

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Okra (also Ladyfinger, gumbo)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Pak Choy (also Pak choi)         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Parsnip            Sow seed

Potato Plant seed potatoes

Pumpkin          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Radish Sow seed

Rhubarb          Plant crowns

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola) Sow seed

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Rosella (also Queensland Jam Plant, Roselle)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)            Sow seed

Shallots (also Eschalots)         Sow seed

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sunflower        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet corn (also corn,maize) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)     Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed

Sweet Potato (also Kumara)   Plant crowns

Taro (also Dasheen, cocoyam)            Plant tubers

Tomatillo         Plant out (transplant) seedlings

Tomato            Sow seed

Watermelon    Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

Yacon (also Sunroot)   Plant tubers

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks

PLANTING IN AUGUST + PLANNING FOR SEPTEMBER – TEMPERATE AREAS

3:00 pm, 03/08/2025

Planting in August for Australia – temperate areas

 

Artichokes (Globe)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Bring on in pots        Harvest from July

Asparagus       Plant crowns. frost tender      Harvest from 24 months

Beetroot (also Beets) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed    Harvest from November

Broccoli           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))       Sow seed         Harvest from January

Cabbage          Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from December

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )     Sow seed         Harvest from December

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Sow in pots         Harvest from November

Carrot Sow seed         Harvest from December

Cauliflower      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from January

Celeriac           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from December

Celery Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from January

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. sow in pots           Harvest from November

Chives (also Garden chives)    Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks Harvest from November

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)         Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks         Harvest from November

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed     Harvest from September

Cucumber       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)            Sow seed         Harvest from November

Dill       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Eggplant (also Aubergine)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks Harvest from December

Endive Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Fennel (also Bronze fennel)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed         Harvest from November

Florence Fennel (also Finocchio)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from November

Kale (also Borecole)    Sow seed         Harvest from November

Kohlrabi          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings           Harvest from October

Leeks   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from December

Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, )        Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks        Harvest from November

Lettuce            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from October

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks        Harvest from December

Mint (also Garden mint)         Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks Harvest from November

Onion Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from February

Parsley (also curly leaf parsley or flat leaf (Italian) parsley)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed          Harvest from October

Parsnip            Sow seed         Harvest from January

Peas     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from October

Potato Plant seed potatoes    Harvest from January

Pumpkin          Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from December

Radish Sow seed         Harvest from October

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola) Sow seed         Harvest from October

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings Harvest from September

Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed          Harvest from November

Spinach (also English spinach)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from September

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings     Harvest from September

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks        Harvest from November

Strawberries (from seeds)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks Harvest from 12 months

Strawberry Plants       Plant out (transplant) seedlings         Harvest from December

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)     Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks         Harvest from November

Thyme (also Common thyme)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks        Harvest from July

Turnip Sow seed         Harvest from October

Watermelon    Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Frost tender Start under cover        Harvest from December

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks     Harvest from October

 

 

Planning for September

 

Amaranth (also Love-lies-bleeding)    Sow seed. sow after risk of frost has gone             Harvest from November

Angelica          Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from 18 months

Artichokes (Globe)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks             Harvest from July

Asparagus       Plant crowns   Harvest from 24 months

Asparagus Pea (also Winged pea)      Sow seed         Harvest from November

Basil     Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Beans – climbing (also Pole beans, Runner beans, Scarlet Runners) Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. sow after frost       Harvest from November

Beans – dwarf (also French beans, Bush beans)         Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. sow after frost    Harvest from November

Beetroot (also Beets) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed    Harvest from November

Borage (also Burrage, Bugloss)           Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks        Harvest from November

Broccoli           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings           Harvest from October

Burdock (also Gobo (Japanese Burdock))       Sow seed         Harvest from January

Cabbage          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings           Harvest from October

Cape Gooseberry (also Golden Berry, Inca Berry )     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed     Harvest from November

Capsicum (also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers)            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks     Harvest from November

Carrot Sow seed         Harvest from December

Cauliflower      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings           Harvest from November

Celeriac           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings           Harvest from November

Celery Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings           Harvest from December

Chilli peppers (also Hot peppers)       Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks        Harvest from November

Chives (also Garden chives)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings             Harvest from October

Collards (also Collard greens, Borekale)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed     Harvest from October

Coriander (also Cilantro, Chinese parsley)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed     Harvest from September

Cucumber       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed. Bring on in pots           Harvest from October

Daikon (also Japanese radish, Lo Bok)            Sow seed         Harvest from November

Dill       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from September

Eggplant (also Aubergine)      Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks Harvest from December

Endive Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from October

Fennel (also Bronze fennel)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed         Harvest from November

Florence Fennel (also Finocchio)        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from November

Ginger Plant root        Harvest from March

Horseradish    Plant crowns   Harvest from January

Jerusalem Artichokes (also Sunchoke)           Plant tubers    Harvest from January

Kale (also Borecole)    Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed    Harvest from October

Kohlrabi          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from October

Leeks   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from December

Lemon Balm (also Sweet balm, )        Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from October

Lettuce            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from October

Luffa (also Loofah, plant sponge)       Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from October

Marrow           Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings. Frost tender             Harvest from November

Mint (also Garden mint)         Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed         Harvest from October

NZ Spinach (also Warrigal greens)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from October

Onion Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from February

Oregano (also Pot Marjoram)             Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings         Harvest from September

Parsley (also curly leaf parsley or flat leaf (Italian) parsley)   Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed          Harvest from October

Parsnip            Sow seed         Harvest from January

Peas     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed   Harvest from October

Potato Plant seed potatoes    Harvest from January

Pumpkin          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed. Frost tender    Harvest from November

Radish Sow seed         Harvest from October

Rhubarb          Plant crowns   Harvest from 12 months

Rocket (also Arugula/Rucola) Sow seed         Harvest from October

Rockmelon (also Canteloupe)             Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Frost tender          Harvest from November

Rosemary        Sow seed         Harvest from 12 months

Sage (also Common Sage)      Sow seed         Harvest from 18 months

Salsify (also Vegetable oyster)            Sow seed         Harvest from December

Savory – summer savory (also ‘Bean Herb’)    Sow seed         Harvest from October

Savory – winter savory (also Savory)   Sow seed         Harvest from October

Silverbeet (also Swiss Chard or Mangold)      Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed     Harvest from September

Snow Peas (also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas)        Plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from November

Spinach (also English spinach)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from September

Spring onions (also Scallions, Bunching onions, Welsh onion)          Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings     Harvest from September

Squash (also Crookneck, Pattypan, Summer squash)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings. Frost tender         Harvest from September

Sunflower        Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Sweet corn (also corn,maize) Sow seed. sow after risk of frost        Harvest from December

Sweet Marjoram (also Knotted marjoram)     Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed     Harvest from October

Thyme (also Common thyme)            Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings or sow seed             Harvest from June

Tomatillo         Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Tomato            Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from November

Turnip Sow seed         Harvest from October

Watermelon    Start undercover in seed trays and plant out in 4-6 weeks    Harvest from December

Zucchini (also Courgette/Marrow, Summer squash) Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings. Frost tender

Cold Weather and Frost: Why It Harms Plants and How to Protect Them!

3:19 pm, 29/07/2025
When the temperature drops and frost sets in, many gardeners find themselves anxiously checking weather apps and scrambling for old bedsheets. But why exactly does cold weather cause so much damage to plants, and what can we do about it?
Why Cold Weather and Frost Kill Plants
Frost forms when the temperature of the air or surfaces near the ground falls below 0°C, causing moisture in the air to freeze. While that sparkly morning frost might look pretty, it can be devastating to your garden. Here’s why:
  • Freezing of Plant Cells: Plants are made up of water-rich cells. When temperatures drop below freezing, the water inside these cells can freeze and form ice crystals. These sharp crystals puncture cell walls, causing the plant tissue to collapse and die.
  • Interrupted Water Flow: Even if the plant itself doesn’t freeze solid, ice in the soil or within stems can block water from moving through the plant. This causes wilting, drying, and eventual death, particularly in soft-stemmed or tropical plants.
  • Sudden Temperature Changes: Some plants can handle steady cold but struggle with sudden drops in temperature, especially after a warm day. This rapid shift gives them no time to adjust, leading to stress or injury.
  • Evergreen Damage: Cold winds and frost can dehydrate evergreen leaves and needles, turning them brown and brittle.
Which Plants Are Most at Risk?
Tender annuals, young seedlings, tropical or subtropical plants, succulents, and new growth on perennials are the most vulnerable. Even hardy plants can suffer if there’s a late frost after they’ve started putting out new spring growth.
How to Protect Your Plants From Frost
You don’t have to lose half your garden every time the mercury dips. Here are some tried-and-true strategies:
1. Cover Up at Night
Use frost cloths, old sheets, hessian, shadecloth, or even cardboard boxes to create a barrier between your plants and the cold night air. Cover before sunset and remove the covers in the morning once the temperature has warmed. Make sure the covers don’t rest directly on the plants, as this can cause damage.
2. Water Before a Frost
It might seem odd, but slightly moist soil retains heat better than dry soil. Watering your garden in the afternoon before a cold night can help keep the ground warmer and protect roots.
3. Mulch Generously
A thick layer of mulch (like straw, sugarcane, bark chips, or leaf litter) helps insulate the soil and roots. This is especially useful for protecting perennials and root vegetables.
4. Move Potted Plants
Bring potted plants indoors or move them to a sheltered area like a porch, shed, or against a warm brick wall. Even a small shift in microclimate can make a big difference.
5. Use Cloches or Mini Greenhouses
Individual plants can be protected with DIY cloches made from cut plastic bottles, milk jugs, or clear storage tubs. These act like tiny greenhouses and offer extra warmth overnight.
6. Choose Plants Wisely
If your area experiences regular frost, stick with frost-hardy species or varieties bred for cold tolerance. Native Australian plants from alpine or temperate zones often have natural resistance to frost.
7. Don’t Prune in Autumn
It’s best to avoid pruning late in the growing season, as this encourages new tender growth which is especially vulnerable to frost. Wait until spring, after the danger of frost has passed.
After a Frost: What to Do
If your plants get frosted, don’t panic—and don’t start cutting them back straight away. Damaged leaves may look ugly, but they can help shield the rest of the plant from further frost. Wait until all risk of frost has passed before pruning. Give the plant a chance to recover—many will bounce back with warmth and care.
In Summary
Frost might be a gardener’s winter enemy, but with the right knowledge and preparation, you can prevent a lot of heartbreak. Cover your plants, mulch your beds, and choose the right species for your climate. A little effort on a cold night can save you a lot of replanting in the spring!
Stay warm and happy gardening from all of us at Wendy’s Garden!

Dirt Therapy: Why Gardening is Good for You (and the Planet)

4:25 pm, 08/07/2025


From Wendy’s Garden – Where Joy Grows by the Packet!

Let’s talk about something magical. No, not unicorns—though watching your zucchinis grow overnight does feel like sorcery. We’re talking about gardening. That dirt-under-your-nails, sun-on-your-face, worms-wiggling-happily kind of gardening. Whether you’re growing juicy heirloom tomatoes, cheerful calendulas, or an army of bee-friendly herbs, gardening is more than a hobby—it’s therapy with a watering can. And at Wendy’s Garden, we’re here to make it easier, cheaper, and more joyful than ever.

Plants Don’t Judge, They Just Grow

The best thing about gardening is that your plants don’t care if you’re in your dressing gown or haven’t had your cuppa yet. They only ask for a bit of sunshine, some water, and a kind word now and again. And when they thrive because you made it happen—whether it’s chillies on your balcony or beans climbing your fence—it’s a quiet kind of magic.

Your Garden, Your Rules

You don’t need a mansion or a tractor to grow food or flowers. A pot on the patio, a corner of the backyard, or even a sunny windowsill is enough to get started. Grow what makes you smile—like our funky-coloured carrots, spiralling cucumbers, or sunflowers taller than your teenager. Go wild. Go weird. Grow happy.

It’s Basically a Gym With Tomatoes

Gardening is sneaky exercise. You bend, dig, haul, reach—and unlike the gym, you don’t pay for a membership and you don’t have to listen to techno remixes of ‘Eye of the Tiger’. Instead, you get fresh air, sunlight, and dinner straight from the soil. At Wendy’s Garden, we reckon lifting a bag of compost should count as strength training.

Dirt is the New Prozac

This one’s backed by science: digging in the dirt makes you feel better. There’s a helpful little soil microbe called Mycobacterium vaccae that acts like nature’s antidepressant. No prescription required—just some seeds, a trowel, and maybe a cheeky dance around the garden while no one’s watching.

Gardening is the Ultimate Act of Hope

Planting a seed is saying, “I believe in tomorrow.” Whether it’s a bed full of silverbeet or a packet of forget-me-nots, gardening is patient, hopeful, and joyfully defiant in a world that moves too fast. And when those first little leaves pop up? It’s like nature’s way of giving you a high five.

The World Needs More Gardeners (and More Bees)

Every garden, no matter how small, helps pollinators, cools the earth, and adds beauty to your bit of the world. Growing from seed is especially planet-friendly, and when you buy from www.wendysgarden.com.au, you’re supporting a small Aussie business that hires people with disabilities and sells seeds from just 10 cents a pack.

We’ve got something for every garden—cool season crops, bee-friendly flowers, rare heirlooms, easy kid-friendly plants, and so much more. We even offer Afterpay, Klarna and Paypal Pay in 4 to make growing your garden easier than ever.

So, Dig In

Start with basil in a pot or go full jungle with climbing beans and passionfruit. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned green thumb, we’ve got the seeds, the tools, and the cheer squad (that’s us!) to help you grow something wonderful.

Because when we grow gardens, we grow joy.
And Wendy’s Garden is here to help you grow both.