September is the month of regeneration for your garden...
The blue skies, summer temperatures, and juice of your tomatoes, are slowly trailing off. But have no fear... The crisp air, also brings crunch of your frost tolerant crops. Lettuce will soon be abundant, and root vegetables will bring your kitchen comfort.
Planting in the fall can bring new life to your garden. This week we will look at the preparation, to bring a regenerative spirit to your bountiful beds.
This September, make sure you are cataloging how your Summer yield was. Jot down some notes about what worked for you this 2014. Also... do not forget to write out what was troublesome for you, to make your 2015 Summer yield, the most fruitful. Weather conditions, plant performance, insect troubles, and your favorite varieties of plants, can be useful when getting ready for next year.
Transplant or Direct Sow (Early in Month)
- Chard (Varieties)
- Arugula
- Rapini
- Asian Greens
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Lettuces (Varieties)
- Salad Greens (Varieties)
- Kohlrabi
Transplant or Direct Sow (Late in Month)
- Purple Sprouting Broccoli
- Onions
- Garlic
- Hardy Fava Beans
Preparation, and Maintenance
As you hit September in the Pacific Northwest, remember these final steps in preparing your garden. Now is a good time to start collecting, drying, labeling, and packaging your favorite seeds from this Summer crops. Mulching beds that will not be used for overwintering crops is a great idea. Checking your compost pile, and making sure you have plenty of microbial activity. And finally, test your soil pH as you get ready for late fall crops, and apply lime as needed.
Wishing you a happy September,
