UK Regional Gardening Guide
Timing, climate, and crop choice vary significantly across the UK. Here's how to adapt your growing calendar to your region.
Growing advice verified against RHS guidance by the SoilCommander Growing Team.
☀️ South & South-East England
Earliest season: outdoor sowing from late February. Last frost typically mid-April. Widest crop choice. See our South UK gardening guide.
🌧️ Midlands & Wales
Outdoor sowing from late March. Last frost early to mid-May. Most crops reliable with standard UK timing.
🏴️ North England
Delay outdoor sowing 2–3 weeks vs south. Last frost mid-May. Focus on fast-maturing varieties.
🍏 Scotland
Shorter season. Last frost late May to early June in many areas. Use polytunnel or cloches for tender crops. See our North UK gardening guide.
Key Regional Differences
| Region | First outdoor sow | Last frost | Season length |
|---|---|---|---|
| South England | Late Feb | Mid-April | 8–9 months |
| Midlands | Late March | Late April | 7–8 months |
| North England | April | Mid-May | 6–7 months |
| Scotland | April–May | Late May | 5–6 months |
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Month-by-month sowing schedules for every UK region — all in one printable PDF.
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