Every morning, it’s the same story! You wake up and see your neighbor Martine busy in her garden and orchard. It’s hard for you to admit it, but her garden is a real treat for your eyes. There you will find everything: plants, seedlings, bulbs and even indoor seedlings, nothing escapes your inquisitive gaze. Come to think of it, why not get into it too? You don’t have a green thumb, so what? There is a beginning for everything. In any case, Martine better be careful because she intends to upstage her.

The winter cold always makes itself felt, but that should not be your excuse for not starting big gardening maneuvers. You don’t know it, but February is the ideal month to let your gardening talents express themselves. Planting very early in the year allows you to start the vegetation period early, so your plants last as long as possible.

February is, therefore, the time to plant tubers and also to sow aromatic plants.

What to plant in February?

It is possible to start  planting some seedlings   as early as February. And the cold, would you say? No panic! To protect your seedlings, simply grow them under shelter or set up a small heated greenhouse.

Here are some aromatic plants to plant in February:

1. Parsley: this plant adapts to all soils, but prefers light and enriched ones. You can sow it from this month until September.
2. Chives: Widely used in cooking, this plant likes rich, cool soil. It only requires a small amount of water. In excess, the bulbs could rot.
3. Basil: This plant likes well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. To ensure its correct development, place it in a warm place, sheltered from the wind since it prefers to be exposed to the sun.

It is also possible to plant your first seedlings from the month of February, since there is a wide variety available to you, of which here are some examples:

4. Lettuces: you can grow several   varieties of lettuce   indoors or in a greenhouse, such as arugula, lettuce or watercress. Just plant the seeds about a centimeter apart and cover them lightly with soil and water them. After 5 to 6 weeks, the first leaves can be cut.
5. Peas: it is possible to plant them as long as the soil is not frozen or wet. In fact, peas grow best in warm soil. Simply sow the seeds 4 cm deep 8 centimeters apart. Water them regularly at first, then more steadily as soon as the seed pods appear.
6. Brussels sprouts: you can sow them between February and March indoors, planting the seeds 1 cm deep and covering them with a thin layer of compost. Finally, avoid excess water even if the substrate must remain moist. When the seedlings have 4 or 5 leaves, you can transplant them, leaving 50 cm between each foot of the plant.

What to plant in February in the garden?

In February, the winter cold gives way to milder temperatures. Without forgetting that the days begin to lengthen, starting this month. Good signs to start new plantings in the garden. Are you lacking ideas or inspiration?

Here are some suggestions that can get you on the right track:

• Onions and shallots: First think about lightening your soil by turning it. Once the soil has loosened, plant the seeds 2cm deep. Space the onions 10cm apart, the shallots 15cm apart and the rows 30cm apart.
• Artichokes: they can measure up to 3 cm in height, remember to reserve ample space for them in the garden   before planting them  . Although they adapt to any type of soil, it is advisable to enrich it with compost. Once this is done, plant the tubers 10cm deep and space them 1 meter apart, then form a watering container.
• Pink garlic: you can plant it at the end of February, as long as the soil is not frozen, but heavy and moist. Plant the cloves, allowing their tips to appear every 15cm, remembering to space the rows every 25cm, then water, to finish.

What work needs to be done in your garden in February?

As we explained previously, February is the ideal month to plant your vegetables and aromatic plants. It is also a good time to maintain the garden  by doing some work   before the arrival of good weather and spring. You’re lost ? I don’t know what to do? Don’t panic, we are here to guide you!

Here is a list of tasks you should do to take care of your green space:

1. Keep the protection of planted seedlings, frost and rain are never too far away;
2. Ventilate the greenhouse to prevent plants from rotting;
3. Prepare the summer bulbs, to plant in soil or in a pot;
4. Start summer sowing, leeks and tomatoes, for example;
5. Plant shrubs, perennials and plants: asters, azaleas, camellias and hydrangeas, among others.

The vitamins and minerals of vegetables planted in February

What vegetables and plants can we plant in March?

Don’t get carried away and take advantage of the month of March to plant vegetables, especially because the good weather will soon return. Your garden is prepared to receive new vegetables, take the opportunity to plant different vegetables such as eggplants, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes or artichokes. The choice is yours!

March will also be an opportunity to revive your garden! So think about making it bloom. In open ground, plant cornflowers or sweet peas. In a small greenhouse, you can sow seeds of nasturtiums, petunias or blue poppies. Something to brighten and  beautify your garden  . What to ask for more?
Thanks to our advice, you will no longer have an excuse not to cultivate your garden and garden. We bet, dear readers, that you will not fail to arouse the envy of the people around you and your neighborhood!