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Europa / Vereinigtes Königreich / Wales

What to plant in Wales in May

May in Wales offers a transition toward milder temperatures, though the average temperature of 10.1°C necessitates a cautious approach to garden establishment. Gardeners can now focus on sowing hardy vegetables directly outdoors while managing consistent spring rainfall to ensure healthy root development.

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Sowing

Recommended sowing

8 options
  • Carrots

    Carrots

    Sow directly into fine, stone-free soil.

  • Beetroot

    Beetroot

    Thin seedlings early to prevent overcrowding.

  • Peas

    Peas

    Provide support structures early.

  • Spinach

    Spinach

    Sow in successions for a steady supply.

  • Radish

    Radish

    Direct sow in rows; harvest while young.

  • Lettuce

    Lettuce

    Direct sow or start in trays for transplanting.

  • Spring Onions

    Spring Onions

    Sow seeds thinly in shallow drills.

  • Broad Beans

    Broad Beans

    Direct sow 5cm deep.

Seedlings

Seedlings

3 options
  • Cabbage

    Cabbage

    Protect from slugs upon transplanting.

  • Kale

    Kale

    Firm soil around roots after planting.

  • Broccoli

    Broccoli

    Plant in firm, fertile soil.

Tasks

Monthly tasks

Monitor for late frosts which can still occur; keep fleece or cloches ready. Begin regular hoeing to manage weed growth as temperatures increase.