Welcome to the wonderful world of gardening in September! In this blog post, you'll learn which plants are ideal for this time of year. From delicious leafy vegetables to colorful ornamentals, discover what seedlings you can plant in September to bring your garden, balcony or windowsill to life with the GreenBox.
You may have noticed it too, summer is coming to an end, your summer vegetables and flowers are losing strength and losing their bright green color. But what many do not know, if you take action now in time, you can replace your weakening plants promptly and keep a green oasis outside in the fall until the first frost.
Now in late summer is the perfect time to grow fresh leafy vegetables or autumnal ornamentals in your GreenBox for an extra dose of vitamins, minerals and color in your life. Leafy greens like pak choi, arugula, mizuna and kale offer delicious and nutrient-rich options for healthy meals. With the GreenBox, you can grow these plants quickly and easily and have strong seedlings that will stand up well to the dropping temperatures.
For lettuce lovers, there are seedlings like lettuce and arugula that thrive in cooler temperatures. When it comes to ornamentals, marigolds and zinnias are popular options to turn your garden into a riot of color this fall. No matter which seedlings you choose, your GreenBox will help you successfully preplant them for a bountiful fall harvest.
- Pak Choi: Let's start with pak choi - a crunchy and nutritious leafy vegetable. This variety is characterized by its mild flavor and versatility in the kitchen. Plant pak choi in September and you will be able to harvest tender leaves in a short time.
- Arugula: Arugula, also known as rocket, is a delicious variety of lettuce that offers a fresh and spicy flavor. Planted in September, the seedlings will grow quickly and provide you with an abundance of aromatic leaves within a few weeks.
- Mizuna: Mizuna is an Asian leafy vegetable with a pleasantly spicy note. It is perfect for salads or as an addition to hot dishes. Planting the seedlings in September allows you to enjoy the mizuna harvest during the fall.
- Kale: Hardy and nutritious, kale is especially known for its frost-resistant qualities. Plant seedlings in September for a bountiful harvest in the fall and beyond. Turn kale into delicious smoothies, soups or crispy chips.
- Marigolds (Calendula): Marigolds are hardy plants that adapt well to cooler weather. They bloom until the first frost and are known for their bright orange flowers. They also attract beneficial insects like bees and can serve as a natural pest control.
- Zinnias: Zinnias are also excellent fall flowers that can bloom late into the fall. They come in a variety of colors and bring vibrant color to your garden. Zinnias are low maintenance and require little attention.
Now you must be wondering how this works?
With the GreenBox, the listed plants take an average of 5 - 7 days to germinate and should be sufficiently strong seedlings after 10 - 14 days.
You can then plant them directly in the ground or in a pot with sufficient care. After that, you only need to water, a little less than in the summer.
September is the ideal time to create fresh taste sensations with seedlings from the GreenBox, such as leafy greens and salads.
From pak choi to kale, you have numerous seedling options to enrich your culinary creations. Let your garden, balcony or windowsill blossom and enjoy the fruits of your labor in the form of healthy and tasty meals.
Get seeds for your fall planting today and prepare for an autumn culinary journey.