Planting and eating in season

As Autumn approaches and the leaves begin to fall, many abandon their outdoor pursuits in search of the warmth indoors. If you find yourself missing the connection with nature you had during the summer, why not start a seasonal garden?

Following up on the article from January “Eating in Season”, here are some plants that will thrive if planted now, and some recommendations on seasonal produce this time of year.

According to the BBC, here are crops you can sow in October (however, don’t forget to protect them with cloches or fleece later in the season):

Salad leaves
Garlic
Broad beans
Cauliflower
Peas
Onions
Apples
Pears
Currants
Gooseberries
Blackberries

As for seasonal eating, September is actually one of the most abundant months for British grown produce! Seasonal fruits and vegetables include:

Apples
Raspberries
Beetroot
Blueberries
Brocolii
Cabbage
Cauliflower
Carrots
Celery
Chard
Chillies
Kale
Onions
Parsnips
Pears
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Runner beans
Spinach
Sweetcorn
Shallots
Winter squash

Although it may seem small, eating seasonally and locally is one of the best ways you can support your local economy and support sustainable farming and transportation practices. If you’d like to learn more, visit the Guide to seasonal food by the National Trust, or your local farmers market!

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