Sowing flowers
Cotswolds Garden 15th June 2019
As June settles in, the garden is bursting with life, but there's still something deeply satisfying about heading to the local garden centre on a rainy day. The sound of the rain tapping on the roof above as you wander through rows of vibrant flowers and seeds is a reminder that even when the weather isn't ideal, there's always work to be done and inspiration to be found.
While we might be in the heart of the gardening season, wet days offer the perfect opportunity to sit back and plan ahead. The soil may be a little too damp for digging, but this is the perfect moment to reflect on what flowers you want to sow for future seasons. June is a great time to look forward to those flowers that will continue to bloom well into late summer and autumn, or perhaps plan for next year's spring awakening.
There's something about looking through the seed packets and imagining the colours and textures that will fill your garden in the months to come. Whether you're thinking about planting hardy annuals, sowing perennial flowers for next year's garden, or adding a pop of colour with seasonal blooms, this is a wonderful time to get inspired.
So, what flowers are you sowing this month? Are you planting vibrant annuals like cosmos or zinnias, or are you planning for future seasons with perennials that will continue to impress for years? June offers a wide range of options, from summer-lovers like sunflowers and sweet peas, to the long-term joy of hardy flowers like lavender or echinacea.
Even though we're well into the growing season, there's always room for new additions, and the rain-soaked days are an ideal time to reflect on what's growing in your garden and what's still to come. It's a time to plan and visualise how you'll keep the garden blooming through the summer, autumn, and beyond.
What flowers are you most excited to see flourishing in your garden as we move through the summer months? Let's share our ideas and inspire one another to make the most of this season, rain or shine!
