Seasons
February chitting starts the growing season right. A little patience, a very tasty reward
February is a great time to prepare your garden for the warmer seasons ahead. It’s the perfect opportunity to wash pots and seed trays and disinfect your greenhouse.
At Downham Home & Garden, we stock a great range of garden disinfectants, including Jeyes Fluid, available in store now.
Why Chit Potatoes in February?
February is the ideal time to start chitting seed potatoes ahead of spring planting. Chitting simply means encouraging potatoes to develop strong shoots before they are planted outdoors, helping them establish more quickly once temperatures begin to rise.
Place seed potatoes in a cool, bright, frost-free location with the rose end facing upwards. Over the following weeks, sturdy shoots will begin to develop, giving your crop a head start before planting season arrives.
Preparing Your Garden for the Growing Season
While much of the garden may still be dormant, February is a great opportunity to prepare for the busy months ahead. Cleaning greenhouses, washing pots and trays, and clearing away old debris can help reduce the risk of pests and diseases later in the year.
Taking the time to tidy growing spaces now will make spring planting much easier and create the best possible conditions for healthy plants throughout the season.
Everything You Need for February Gardening
At Downham Home & Garden, you’ll find a wide range of seed potatoes, gardening essentials and greenhouse care products to help you prepare for the growing season. From cleaning and disinfecting products to pots, compost and planting supplies, we have everything needed to get your garden ready for the months ahead.
February is often overlooked as a gardening month, but it’s one of the best times to get organised before spring arrives. A little preparation now can help ensure healthier plants, stronger growth and a more productive garden throughout the year. Visit us in-store and see our range of products.
