Make sure to plant after the onset of cold weather to prevent the seeds from sprouting too early. The ideal timeframe is late October to November. Use about 20% more seeds than usual and choose a sunny location where meltwater will not accumulate.
Excellent crops to sow in November:
Dill: Sow generously when the temperature drops below +3 °C.
Parsley: This herb's seedlings can withstand frosts down to -9 °C and thrive after cold stratification.
Coriander: Sow when the soil surface freezes to prevent early germination.
Lettuce: Plant when the temperature is no higher than +2 °C to ensure an early spring harvest.
Arugula: Sow seeds at 0 °C, planting them deeper and closer together than in spring.
Mustard: Grow this crop only after stable frosts have occurred to avoid premature sprouting.
Sorrel: Plant seeds at a depth of 1 cm in cold weather to ensure proper germination.
Celery: Sow both leaf and root varieties, burying the seeds up to 2 cm deep. Dense planting yields better results.
Fennel: Plant in late autumn at a depth of 2 cm to protect them from frost.
Spinach: Wait for the first light frosts before sowing to prevent early growth.
Parsnip: Plant at a depth of 2 cm with 5 cm spacing between plants and 30–35 cm between rows.
Yes, this is how you will set yourself up for a bountiful and early spring harvest, taking advantage of the cold season for optimal results.