January is still considered the middle of the winter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start gardening.
Given the right equipment, you can get started sowing certain seeds to be transplanted once the weather becomes warmer.
And you don’t need much.
For zones 5 to 7, or mid to south latitude areas of the United States, there are some pretty wonderful plant you can still grow.
So long as they’re given the right conditions to thrive.
9 seeds to start in January.
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First, a kitchen staple – Chives.
Chives are easy to grow as they are innately hardy. They require a little less attention just as long as they are planted in good soil.
For the indoor version of planting, however, it might take a little bit more time for chives to grow. Give it 8 to 10 weeks.
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Kale is a wintertime rockstar.
Kale has gripped the fitness world as one of the most utilized plants for diets. We’re talking about salads, cleansing juices, or even just a mere ingredient.
It is one of the “hardiest” of the greens. It has a high tolerance for low temperatures and it even tastes better when harvested in colder weather.
Another seed to cultivate is parsley.
This plant can be used in pasta dishes and in Mediterranean salads.
The flat-leaf and the curly-leaf variety does well in cold temperatures but it is recommended to plant them by late January so they can be transferred by April.
When planted indoors, parsley can take around 8 weeks so a little patience goes a long way.
Next, we have leaves for salads.
Spinach.
It’s one of the best-known greens due to its versatility. It can be used in dumpling fillings, salads, juices, and dips.
While spinach can be transplanted after being sown indoors, remember to use a deep plant box as the plant’s tap root tends to go deep.
This will make transplanting easier after the frost is gone.
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We can’t forget about lettuce.
Lettuce might not be as hardy as the other plants on the list but it is easy to grow.
Plant it under a cover and a heated house and transfer it when things are a bit warmer.
We also have plants for stir-frying. Swiss chard is almost as hardy as kale and best of all, it does well in gardens and containers, making it ideal for indoor growing.
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Another option is tatsoi.
It is a relative of the bokchoi and is as good when used in stir-fry and other noodle soup dishes.
Of course, this list is not complete without leeks and onions.
Leeks can be sown by late January. Onions, however, should be sown as early as possible, as they can take 8 to 12 weeks to be well established before transplanting.
These plants are kitchen staples that are used in almost any recipe like soups, stews, stir-fries, salads, and even kebabs.
Try out these seeds and get them acquainted with the weather early on.
These kitchen staples will not only give you access to organic produce, but it’s also a fun activity for friends and families as well.
Kick-start your winter gardening with Our Stony Acre’s helpful video below!
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