What can I sow now to plant in raised beds later?

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What can I sow now to plant in raised beds later?
« on: July 05, 2010, 12:38 »
Hi folks. I'm new to this forum and to vegetable growing in general.

We're currently in the middle of constructing some raised beds - they won't be ready for two or three weeks. I'd like to start growing stuff to plant in the raised beds once they're ready. We have a greenhouse, so I can start things off in seed trays.

I was wondering what would be a good choice. Some seed packets say to sow them where they're going to grow. Is it possible to sow in seed trays instead then transplant the seedlings?

Any suggestions/advice welcome!

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Re: What can I sow now to plant in raised beds later?
« Reply #1 on: July 05, 2010, 15:40 »
The issue at this time of year is how much growing time there is left - air temps start falling in Sept and daylight hours are shortening so there is about 9-11 weeks left before many vegies stop growing unless they are in the greenhouse. You will be fine with most salad stuffs. I am putting some winter cabbage in now and a last go at some peas and beans, leeks will go in very soon (but they have been growing in seed beds for a while - you can buy them pre-started in nursaries).
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Re: What can I sow now to plant in raised beds later?
« Reply #2 on: July 05, 2010, 15:43 »
You can start winter caulis & sping cabbage for later planting out - but DON'T start them in the greenhouse, it's way too warm. Mine are doing fine in seed cells on the patio.

Here's a sowing/harvest guide:

Sowing and Harvest Chart
Did it really tell you to do THAT on the packet?

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