Essential Crops for June Gardening: Expert Recommendations
Gardeners urged to sow eight seeds in June – otherwise it's too late
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Gardening expert Benedict Vanheems emphasizes that June is still a viable time for novice gardeners to plant eight specific crops for a successful kitchen garden. These include purple sprouting broccoli, swede, kale, summer savoury, chives, dwarf beans, beetroot, and spinach, which can yield harvests in as little as six weeks if planted promptly.
- 01Purple sprouting broccoli takes 8-10 months to mature but is worth the wait for its unique flavor.
- 02Swede, or rutabaga, is best sown in June to avoid bolting and to concentrate sugars in the roots as autumn approaches.
- 03Kale thrives in cold weather, making it ideal for a long harvest period extending into spring.
- 04Dwarf beans can be ready for harvest in about 8 weeks, making them a quick and easy option for gardeners.
- 05Beetroot should be sown in warm soil for faster growth and to avoid bolting, requiring consistent watering.
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As summer approaches, gardening expert Benedict Vanheems encourages novice gardeners to seize the opportunity to plant eight specific crops in June. These include purple sprouting broccoli, which, although slow to mature, offers a rewarding harvest after 8-10 months. Swede is highlighted as the 'king' of root vegetables, thriving when sown in June to develop concentrated sugars. Kale is recommended for its hardiness and ability to produce a long harvest window, especially during colder months. For quick results, dwarf beans can be ready in just 8 weeks, while beetroot benefits from warm soil conditions to avoid bolting. Additionally, herbs like summer savoury and chives add flavor and are easy to grow, with chives returning year after year. Lastly, spinach can be tricky in summer heat, but selecting bolt-resistant varieties and providing shade can lead to successful growth. Vanheems emphasizes the importance of timely planting to ensure a fruitful kitchen garden.
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Timely planting of these crops can enhance food security and self-sufficiency for home gardeners.
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