What to Sow in Spring: Your Guide to a Joyful Garden Start

That’s the thing about spring sowing though: the feeling of beginning. And the steady, simple work of it.

Starting seeds in spring means leaning into that moment — the thaw, the lengthening days, the shift in rhythm. It’s about knowing which seeds need a gentle start indoors, and which prefer the rawness of chillier soil.

At Herboo, we believe a garden can begin anywhere this season — windowsills, covered trays, small patches in the ground. That first sowing in March or April sets the tone.

Unlike warmer climates, our spring is a patient one. Frosts surprise us, sun doesn’t always shine, and the soil takes its time to warm. So sowing at the right moment — and with the right seeds — means less frustration and more delight.

Think early peas and broad beans outside in March, while indoors your tomatoes and peppers are readying for the stretch. April brings a broader palette: carrots, lettuce, and the first blooms of cosmos to brighten the border.

Not ready yet? The full guide is just a click away to get you started with March’s best seeds.

Eager to move outdoors? April’s pace picks up, with more direct sowing and pricking out seedlings from your growing trays. Find out more in the April guide.

A tricky balance. Indoors you control warmth and light; outdoors you trust the seasons. Both have their place. The secret is timing and patience.

From broad beans that almost burst through soil at the first thaw to cosmos that chase the fading sun, our spring seeds are chosen to make you feel connected as you sow.

There’s magic in that beginning — sowing seeds in spring. Even if it’s just a few, like I do every year.

Join me over the months as we explore what to sow, when, and how — one month at a time.