Vegetables To Plant In January
Although it may seem like a cold time of year to start gardening, there are several vegetables that you can plant in January. Planting vegetables in January is a great way to get a head start on the growing season. Here are some of the vegetables you can consider planting in January:
Cool Weather Crops
- Broccoli: Broccoli does well in cool weather, and can withstand a light frost. It thrives in full sun and moist soil.
- Cabbage: Cabbage can tolerate cold temperatures even better than broccoli. Plant the seedlings in slightly acidic soil, in full sun.
- Kale: Kale also does well in cold weather, and can withstand light frosts. It prefers to be planted in full sun and moist soil.
- Peas: Peas can tolerate cold temperatures, and should be planted in full sun and moist soil. Plant your seedlings in January for a spring harvest.
Tropicals And Hardier Plants
- Tomatoes: Tomatoes are hardier than some people think, and can survive colder temperatures. Plant your tomato seedlings in a sunny spot and make sure the soil is well-draining.
- Peppers: Peppers are also quite hardy, and can survive cold temperatures. Plant pepper seedlings in a sunny spot, with well-draining soil.
- Vine Crops: Vine crops, such as squash, cucumber, and melons, can survive colder temperatures. Plant them in a sunny spot, with well-draining soil.
- Herbs: Herbs can also survive cooler temperatures. Plant your herbs in a sunny spot and make sure the soil is well-draining.
January can be a great time to start your vegetable garden. Planting vegetables in January can give you a head start on the growing season, and make it possible to enjoy fresh produce earlier in the year. Make sure to choose hardy vegetables that can tolerate cold temperatures, and plant them in a sunny spot with well-draining soil.
