What to Plant in September – Your September Growing Guide

September is the first month of autumn, bringing the first rains ahead of winter. Temperatures are still pleasantly warm, which makes it an excellent time to sow new plants and vegetables. It is also the right month for transplanting, planting autumn bulbs and pruning.

September is one of the best months for planting in the garden or on the terrace. The weather is still mild, yet the soil holds more moisture than in summer – the ideal combination for germination and healthy growth.

It is the perfect time to plant autumn vegetables, whether in pots or in the ground. Among the easiest and most rewarding are broccoli, cauliflower, radishes, lettuce, spinach, carrots, spring onions, rocket, parsley, dill, fennel and celery, together with aromatic herbs such as basil, mint, marjoram and oregano.

Below you will find the vegetables, herbs, ornamental plants and autumn bulbs you can plant in September, along with what makes each one special – so you can fill your garden and balcony with colour and fragrance!

Broccoli – A True Superfood

Broccoli is one of the most nutritious vegetables you can grow. It is rich in vitamins, fibre and antioxidants, and has been widely studied for its health benefits. Enjoy it boiled in a salad, steamed, or as a side dish with countless meals.

What to plant in September

Cauliflower

Cauliflower is one of the healthiest vegetables around, packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Low in calories, it is a great addition to a balanced diet. Like broccoli, it can be boiled, steamed, added to salads or used in many other recipes.

Cabbage – The Treasure of Winter

With a long history and endless uses, cabbage is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and one of the most versatile vegetables in the kitchen. Full of flavour, it is rich in vitamins C and K, folic acid, antioxidants and minerals such as potassium and magnesium. There are many varieties that differ in size, colour and taste, the best known being white and red cabbage.

Radishes

Crunchy and quick to grow, radishes are rich in antioxidants that help protect the body’s cells. They can be enjoyed raw in salads or cooked.

Lettuce

Lettuce provides valuable nutrients such as vitamins A and C. A cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, it belongs on every table.

Spinach

Spinach is a great source of protein, minerals, iron and many vitamins (K, A, B-complex and C). It supports healthy muscles and is good for your eyes, hair, nails and skin.

What to plant in September

Carrots

Carrots are delicious raw in salads or cooked, and are rich in nutrients while being tasty and filling. Do not miss our unique multicoloured carrot varieties, which add amazing flavour and colour to your everyday meals.

Spring Onions

Onions are rich in antioxidants, including quercetin, most of which is found in the outer layers of the onion.

Rocket

Rocket is mainly used in salads and has a bold, slightly peppery flavour. It is also appreciated for its antioxidant and antibacterial properties.

Celery

Celery adds a distinctive flavour to cooked dishes and is a key ingredient in soups, especially fish soup. It is rich in vitamins and minerals.

Endive & Chicory

You can also sow leafy greens such as chicory and endive, for delicious boiled salads all winter long. Both have a characteristic bitter taste that varies with the variety and growing conditions. They are widely used in cooking, both in salads and in cooked dishes, and are rich in vitamins (A, C, K), minerals (potassium, magnesium) and antioxidants. They have similar growing needs, preferring cool conditions and well-drained soil.

Chicory

Chicory belongs to the Asteraceae family and has a distinctive bitter flavour. It is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and is an excellent source of fibre.

Potatoes

The winter potato planting season is coming to an end, while in the warmer southern regions autumn planting is already under way. There is still time to choose between two popular varieties: yellow-fleshed Spunta and white-fleshed Kennebec.

What to plant in September?

Aromatic Plants & Herbs

Aromatic herbs are used in Greek kitchens both fresh and as essential ingredients in cooking, as well as for garnishing dishes. Many herbs also have traditional medicinal uses thanks to their essential oils and pleasant aromas. Basil, for example, has long been associated with improved memory and wellbeing.

Parsley

Parsley is the most popular herb in the world, adding wonderful flavour and freshness to any dish. It is rich in vitamins, including vitamin C and beta-carotene.

Kafkalithra (Tordylium)

Kafkalithra is a wild herb with a strong, distinctive flavour and one of the best-loved aromatics in Greek cuisine. Its slightly spicy, slightly bitter taste adds a unique note to many dishes, and it pairs beautifully with other herbs such as dill, parsley, mint and chives.

Stamnagathi (Spiny Chicory)

A treasure of the Greek countryside. Stamnagathi is a wild green with a rich flavour and history, and a much-loved part of the Greek diet. Its taste is bold, slightly spicy and pleasantly bitter, with an aromatic note reminiscent of celery. A type of wild chicory, it is highly nutritious and rich in vitamins A, C and K, minerals such as potassium and manganese, fibre and antioxidants.

Fennel

Fennel is another member of the large herb family. Besides its many uses in cooking, both its oil and its seeds are rich in antioxidants.

Meanwhile, mint is rich in antioxidants and is valued for fresh breath and for soothing the respiratory system.

Finally, oregano and marjoram are two wonderfully fragrant herbs used both fresh and dried. Both are known for their antioxidant and antibacterial properties.

What to plant in September