For many homeowners, winter is a time of preparation and planning, with hopes for a great year ahead. While the foliage and flowers in your yard may tend to flourish in the springtime, there are countless plants that you can sow in the early months of the year that will set your landscaping up for success.
Whether you’re an avid home gardener with a heated greenhouse or looking for sturdy plants that can withstand the winter, we have the perfect selection for you!
Produce
We’d be remiss to discuss gardening without mentioning some of the most “fruitful” plants a homeowner can enjoy – produce. From apple trees to vegetable gardens, enjoying the fruits of your labor is a fantastic feeling, especially in the new year. Many produce plants take several months until they are ready for harvest, which means January or February is the perfect time to begin planting. Just remember to ensure these plants are grown in warm conditions, either in a greenhouse, indoors on a sunny windowsill, or under a heated propagator.
Some produce to plant in early 2024:
- Cauliflower
- Chili Peppers
- Leaks
- Potatoes
- Spring Onions
- Spinach
- Celery
Flowering Plants
If you’re eager to have a thriving home garden bursting with beautiful blooms, January is one of the best months to begin planting, as several flowering plants need several months to reach their peak blooms. Cobaea is one such flowering plant, specifically a vine, that can grow over 10 feet tall with stunning purple flowers. Best sown in the first three months of the year, these vines require very little maintenance once planted. Dahlias are straightforward plants to grow and are dazzling additions to your garden, especially as a bordering plant or for your cut flower garden. Snapdragons are also fantastic to develop early in the year, as they require a long growing season before they flower.
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