October · Mid-autumn

What to sow in October in Munich

12 crops are in their window this month in Munich — timed to your local frost dates.

Last frost≈ 26 Apr
First frost≈ 28 Oct
Frost-free days27 days
October averages7°–16°C

Vegetables

8 in season
Arugula
Direct sow · sow every 2-3 weeks for a steady peppery harvest
Closes 8 Oct
Broad Beans
Direct sow · pinch growing tips once pods set to deter aphids
Closes 7 Oct
Garlic
Plant cloves · plant pointy-side up for straight, strong shoots
Closes 14 Oct
Mizuna
Direct sow · cut outer leaves young for a mild, peppery bite
Closes 3 Oct
Mustard Greens
Direct sow · pick young leaves often for the mildest flavor
Closes 3 Oct

Herbs · nothing to sow this month

Fruit

4 in season
Blackberries
Plant canes · thornless varieties are easiest for small gardens
Opens 28 Oct
Currants
Plant canes · prune out canes older than three years each winter
Opens 28 Oct
Gooseberries
Plant canes · mind the thorns; pick slightly underripe for pies
Opens 28 Oct
Raspberries
Plant canes · ever-bearing types fruit the first autumn
Opens 28 Oct