GardenAdvice.co.uk General Sowing & Harvesting Guide for Tom

Basil Plants
This is your GardenAdvice.co.uk general sowing and harvesting guide for growing your own fruit and vegetables.
It provides estimated sowing and harvesting times based on typical UK conditions to help you plan your growing season.
As a GardenAdvice.co.uk MyGardenTeam member, you’ll receive a personalized sowing and fruit production guide with timings tailored to your specific location. These will be seamlessly added to your online calendar and dynamically updated throughout the year based on real-time local weather data.
We continuously monitor key environmental factors such as soil temperature, air temperature, light levels, and other vital metrics. As conditions change, your sowing times will be adjusted, and you’ll receive an email alert with the latest updates directly from your calendar.
Beyond sowing schedules, you’ll also receive timely alerts about potential pests and diseases based on live climate data in your area. For example, you’ll be notified when to apply slug nematodes before slugs become a problem, helping to protect your crops proactively.
Our data is sourced from a network of local weather stations operated by meteorological experts and dedicated hobbyists, providing detailed insights into microclimates across the UK. This ensures you receive the most accurate and locally relevant guidance to maximize your growing success.
Plant | Sow | Plant Out | Harvest | Repeat Sowings |
Courgettes | Apr-May | May-Jun | Jul-Sep | |
Cucumbers | Apr-May | May-Jun | Jul-Sep | |
Lettuce | Mar-Aug | Apr-Sep | May-Oct | Yes |
Peppers | Jan-Apr | May-Jun | Jul-Oct | |
Spinach | Mar-Sep | Apr-Oct | May-Nov | Yes |
Aubergines | Jan-Apr | May-Jun | Jul-Oct | |
Strawberries | Feb-Apr | Mar-Apr | Jun-Sep | |
Basil | Mid-March | Mid-June | All Year Round | Yes |
Coriander | Mid-March | Mid-June | All Year Round | Yes |
Raspberries | N/A | Autumn or Early Winter | Autumn |