August might feel like the tail end of summer, but it’s still a busy and rewarding month for gardeners. Whether you tend a vegetable patch, a flower bed, or a little bit of both, now is the perfect time to plant for late-season harvests and vibrant autumn blooms.
In the Vegetable Garden
If you want fresh greens later in the year, sow land cress and rocket now for a peppery punch in your salads. It’s also a great time to plant well-rooted strawberry runners for a sweet harvest next summer, and to introduce blueberry bushes for years of delicious fruit. Don’t forget cold-stored potato tubers—these can be planted for a late autumn crop that will keep your kitchen stocked.
In the Flower Garden
Add a splash of colour to your autumn garden with colchicums, sternbergia, and nerines. These bulbs will reward you with bright blooms when many other flowers have faded, keeping your garden cheerful well into the cooler months.
Give Your Plants the Best Start
For strong growth and healthier harvests, enrich your soil with Carbon Earth PAS100-certified compost. This high-quality compost meets rigorous standards, ensuring it’s rich in nutrients, free from contaminants, and perfect for improving soil structure. Whether you’re planting vegetables or flowers, adding Carbon Earth compost helps retain moisture, boosts fertility, and supports vibrant, resilient plants.
With a little planning and some August planting, you’ll enjoy fresh produce and beautiful blooms long after summer fades.