Garden work in February

We plant chard, onions, spring onions, carrots, parsley, radicchio, and lettuce. And we harvest artichokes, sage, and rosemary.

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what to grow in February

Despite the low temperatures, February is a very important month for the garden, both with regards to sowing and fertilizing activities and to the arrangement of the PlotSo let's start preparing for spring now by doing the work we need to do in the vegetable garden, potted plants, or in the garden to ensure a satisfying and productive harvest.

Growing your own vegetable garden, even in a small space, offers many advantages, both in terms of savings and well-being. Not only will we eat healthy, locally sourced, and seasonal food, but we'll also have all the health benefits ofhorticultural therapy which will give us a feeling of psychophysical well-being. There are some types of vegetables that we can plant now and that will be ready in spring and some seeds that we can bury and then transplant when the temperatures are milder.

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The climate

As already mentioned, the most important variable, obviously, is the climate. On colder days, especially in many areas of the North or Center, it is advisable to equip the garden with some sheets to protect it from possible, destructive frostsFor the rest, rely on ancient peasant wisdom, distinguishing tasks according to the lunar phases. With a waning moon, you can proceed with pruning plants and repotting, where necessary. With a full moon, proceed with planting and fertilizing.

What to plant

Among the varieties to be planted in February, without waiting for spring, there are beetroots, artichokes, carrots, onions, beans and courgettes. Without forgetting the basil which, if you're good, you can have available all year round.

 

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Are many vegetables that we can start planting in the ground including:

What to grow in pots

If we don't have a vegetable garden but a balcony or terrace, it's time to loosen and fertilize the soil in the pots where we can sow:

After sowing the vegetables, remember to cover them with a sheet of glass or transparent plastic to promote the right sowing temperature.

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What to collect

February is the month in which the following are collected:
  • Cabbages (e.g., white cabbage, kale, collard greens, Brussels sprouts, Savoy cabbage)
  • Artichokes
  • Chicory
  • Leeks
  • Fennel
  • Broccoli
  • Pumpkins
  • Sage and rosemary

Garden care in February

In general, winter is a very delicate season for our gardenOnly if we have completed the work planned for this time of year properly will the expected results arrive in spring. In particular:
  • Start digging to bring the parasites to the surface: the low temperature will eliminate them
  • Soil and plants need phosphorus and potassium. Use natural compost.
  • Fruit, vegetable, and dried flower scraps are particularly useful, as are crushed eggshells and coffee grounds.
  • Protect plants where they are too exposed to the risks of the weather
  • delete leaves and dry branches
  • Make a careful check for proper maintenance of all tools.

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