Ah, June. Summer is finally here, so what better time to head out into the garden, Darlac tools at the ready, to grow some brand new plants in the sun? There is endless fun to be had in the garden for the entire family during those blissful summer months, whether you’re growing vibrant blooms of flower plants or fresh produce for family recipes.
Here at Fothergill’s, we’ve got plenty of suggestions for what to plant in June in the UK to keep you and your family out in the summer sun. We’ll also walk you through some essential gardening tasks for June to keep in mind and maintain your garden through until autumn. Take a look now.
What to Sow in June UK
Vegetable Plants
There’s nothing quite like fresh summer salads to bring new textures and flavours to your recipes. So, take a look at what to sow in June to enjoy delicious greens with your meals as the summer transitions into autumn.
Carrot Seeds
Carrot seeds can typically be sown from April to July, thriving in a warm and sunny location. We recommend spacing your rows of carrot seeds about 1 foot apart to ensure they have sufficient room to grow and establish their roots in the soil. With regular watering, well-draining soil, and plenty of light, carrots are generally considered easy to grow, making them perfect for involving the whole family!
Pumpkin Seeds
We understand that the last thing on your mind while you’re kicking back and enjoying the sun is the autumn season. But if you’re a passionate pumpkin carver, you’ll need to start thinking about growing your own immediately. June is generally considered the last month of the year to sow your pumpkin seeds, so get them in the ground as soon as possible!
Broccoli Seeds
When growing broccoli seeds in June, we recommend sowing them in a seedbed or container before transplanting them to their final location. Ensure regular watering and protect your broccoli from pests and birds with garden cloches or tunnels. As they grow, it is important to firm them in really well to prevent wind-rock, which can damage the roots. You can use Build-a-Balls to support netting, which would also protect your cabbages from cabbage white butterfly caterpillars.
Flower Plants
Summer is all about joy, brightness and vividity! So, inject new life into your garden with flower bulbs, plants, and seeds!
Nasturtiums
Perfect for beginner gardeners, nasturtium seeds are extremely easy to grow! Nasturtium plants can be grown in a wide range of striking colours, making them an ideal match for various garden aesthetics. So, whether you’re fond of pink flowers or prefer red blooms, you can get started on growing nasturtiums in your beds, plant pots or containers in June.
Pansies
Quite like nasturtium, pansy plants can be grown in a selection of gorgeous colours and are also fairly easy to grow! They thrive in well-fertilised soil in full sun and can be contained in window baskets, beds, patio pots, and borders alike. One of our favourite parts of growing flowers, such as pansies, is displaying them around the home! Don’t be shy – flaunt your floral accomplishments and fill your vases with pansies!
Delphiniums
Wondering what to plant in June in the UK? Well, if you’re really looking to WOW, we can't recommend planting delphinium plants in June enough! With tall, purple spikes, these plants are imposing and make a gorgeous addition to your floral arrangements. Fothergill’s offers a range of these plants, ready to go straight into the soil, on our website – take a look! If you’d rather start with delphinium seeds, however, we’d recommend sowing indoors in April.
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Gardening Jobs for June
With spring out of the way, you’re probably well on top of your gardening maintenance after the winter. But with summer comes a whole range of new responsibilities in the garden. But worry not; we’ve put together a handy ticklist of gardening jobs for June for you to keep on top of!
- Keep on top of your watering schedule – We all love a bit of sun, plants included! But there’s nothing worse than that dried-up, dehydrated feeling. Make sure your plants are watered regularly during dry periods.
- Harvest your produce – Depending on your vegetable gardening schedule, you may have produce that is ready to be harvested by June. Veg like early potatoes, carrots, lettuce, peas and more may be ready to make their way into the kitchen, but again, this depends on your personal schedule and whether your vegetable plants are ready.
- Plant out indoor seedlings – Have you been growing seeds indoors or in your greenhouse over the spring months? Well, by now they’re probably ready for planting out in their final position. Like harvesting, this will depend on your individual schedule and the stage of growth your seedlings are in. In either case, keep a close eye on them and move them out into the big, wide outdoor world when they look ready!
- Weed regularly – Give your plants the best chance to thrive by keeping on top of weeds that might threaten their health and well-being.
- Deadhead spring flowers – Whilst you might be excited about what to sow in June to bring new life to your garden, it’s essential not to forget about the flowers you’ve already grown! Regular deadheading helps your flowers last longer and prevents them from self-seeding.
Order Gardening Essentials from Fothergill’s
Now that you’ve got a better idea of what to plant in June and what gardening jobs for June you need to add to your to-do list, it’s time to order some supplies from Fothergill’s. We’ve got endless garden tools and garden accessories to make your time in the garden that much easier, whether you’re sowing, planting, or just maintaining your garden.
If you’ve got any further questions about what to sow in June in the UK, don’t hesitate to contact us or dig deeper into our gardening blog!
