Veg Seeds to Sow In July

Best veg seeds to plant in July

Homegrown carrots don’t need to be orange and we have some great varieties that are ideal for sowing in July. Try ‘Creampak’ for creamy roots, ‘Purple Haze’ for a deep violet hue, and the Japanese variety ‘Samurai’ for intensely sweet, red roots. For sowing tips, read our ‘Success with your Seeds’ guide and see our Frequently Asked Questions below.

Is it too late to sow veg seeds for crops this summer?

It’s not too late to sow vegetable seeds in July. You can still get a summer crop if you sow turnips, pak choi, lettuce, spinach, and radish seeds.

Which are the best winter vegetables to sow in July?

July is also a good time to sow vegetable seeds for winter crops. Spinach ‘Perpetual’ and ‘Rubino’, parsley, Radish mooli, Kale ‘Fizz’ and Cabbage ‘Sweetie’ are all good choices.

Which are the best veg seeds to grow with kids?

Quick-cropping veg varieties such as Mustard ‘White’ or colourful Radish ‘Rainbow Mix’ are excellent crops to grow with children and make a fun summer holiday challenge. ‘Cress Heads’ seeds and Carrot ‘Bowling Carrots’ are part of our child-friendly ‘Fun to Grow’ range.