Easy seeds to sow now

Fuss-free food for the cost of a simple packet of seeds…

SPINACH

Sow a couple of rows in a raised bed now, then keep sowing a couple of new rows every two weeks till June for handfuls of fresh spinach.

PEAS, MANGETOUT AND

SUGAR SNAPS

Late March/ early April should be warm enough to sow straight into the ground. You’ll need a frame, netting or short sticks to train them up. Plant a couple of seeds every 10cm around the base of the supports.

FRENCH BEANS

Late April or early May should be warm enough to sow seeds into the ground at the base of cane wigwams or bean netting. Make an early start in March by sowing in seed trays or small pots and popping on a sunny windowsill and planting out early April.

SALAD LEAVES

Set a few mixed leaves seeds in a tray or window box and water regularly for easy cutand-come again salads.

ROCKET

This spicy leaf will need more space than other leaves but produces lots of fresh peppery leaves perfect for mixing with more tender greens.

CARROTS

Best sown in raised beds or pots to protect from carrot fly. These take a little more work as you’ll need to make sure they are sown in fine soil or compost to promote healthy roots. Thin out once seeds are established.