Seeds to sow in july and august

As the July sun blazes down, you often think that planting is done for the year, but July is definitely not too late to plant garden vegetables and ornamentals, in fact the heat of summer can be a great time to sow a new crops as we make the most of the warm weather.

Seeds sown in July will quickly germinate in the warm temperatures, and these late crops are a great way to extend the season and protect the soil from erosion over winter.

In many climates, vegetables and flowers planted in July will grow right through the fall and into winter if you provide them with adequate protection when needed.

Even in short-season climates, many direct-sown seeds will flower and bear before the first killing frost and beyond.

From carrots and salad greens to colorful cosmos and pansies, here’s 23 different types of vegetables, herbs and flowers that can be planted in July.

But first, here are some tips on a successful summer planting.

Tips For A Successful July Planting

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