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What to Plant in September: Flowers, Bulbs, and Veg for Autumn Colour and Winter Harvests

Planting in September ensures your garden looks great this autumn while setting the stage for spring and early crops next year.

Flowers & Bulbs

  • Daffodils, crocus, and alliums: Plant now for spring displays.
  • Violas, pansies, and cyclamen: Great for autumn and winter pots.
  • Hardy annuals like sweet peas: Sow for an early summer head start.

Vegetables

  • Garlic: Plant cloves in well-drained soil.
  • Onion sets: Overwintering varieties like ‘Radar’ thrive.
  • Leafy greens: Spinach, kale, winter lettuce, and oriental greens.

Herbs

  • Pot up parsley, chives, and mint to keep them going through winter.

🌿 Tip: September planting is all about forward thinking — your efforts now bring spring cheer and winter harvests.

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