Our annual weeds started growing in December - that's if they ever stopped.
I have had to hoe a carpet of weed seedlings off the 'clean' veg. beds twice
already this winter!

Keith


"Robert" wrote in message
...
Alan Holmes wrote:
: I never know when to start planting things and I'm sure there must be
: others who would also welcome a reminder of what to sow, and when.
:
: So, who is going to volunteer?
:
: Alan

Broad beans can go in now as can a late planting of carlic and shallots.
Generally speaking I wat for the annual weeds to start growing before I
start with the smaller seed. IMO even parsnips do better when planted
after
the ground has warmed up and will far outdo any survivors from a February
sowing. If in doubt wait till April but it depends on how the weather is.
If
there's still ice or frost about, wait a little longer. Potatoes can go in
late Feb onwards as long as you have fleece etc., to protect the tops from
late frosts