Yes, the bitter cold of the Winter season won’t let most plants grow. With the frozen soil and snowstorm, we can say goodbye to our favorite vegetables and flowers. But that doesn’t mean you can’t plant a winter garden, especially in the Pacific Northwest. In this post, you’ll learn more about planting a winter garden.

Grow Fast-Growing Plants

A winter garden doesn’t have to be planted in the winter. You can start now this fall season, by growing plants that will reach maturity in winter. Vegetables like lettuces, parsley, and spinach are cold-tolerant. And, evergreen shrubs like Winter Camellia and Winter Daphne will bloom in the winter and last through early spring.

Grow Cold-Tolerant Plants

Despite the harsh weather conditions, you can plant during the winter season. Just make sure you choose plants that can endure the consistent frost and snow. Colorful plants like Heather, Pansies, and ornamental kale and cabbage are low-maintenance and will withstand the winter season. You can also use a greenhouse or protective cover to protect your plant.

Grow Slow-Growing Plants

Slow-growing plants are great for a winter garden, as they wouldn’t fully bloom in winter. After planting them in the fall, they would go dormant until late winter or early spring. Crocus is a late winter blooming bulb with showy white, yellow or purple flowers that will make your garden colorful. Overwintered vegetables you can also plant include onions, garlic and cauliflower.

In conclusion, planting a winter garden is possible. There are various cold-tolerant vegetables and flowers to plant to add a pop of color to your dull and drab winter garden. If you need help planting your winter garden, you can reach out to us at Levy’s Lawn & Landscaping.