Gardening Calendar for Berlin – What to Plant When

Berlin has four distinct seasons, and each one offers something new for your garden or balcony. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, planting at the right time helps your vegetables, herbs, and flowers grow strong. Here’s a simple month-by-month calendar for what to plant and harvest in Berlin.

1. Spring (March – May)

Spring is the start of the gardening year – time to sow and prepare your beds.

Month	Plant / Sow	Tips
March	Radishes, spinach, onions, herbs (basil, parsley)	Start indoors – nights are still cold.
April	Lettuce, carrots, peas, potatoes	Water regularly, avoid waterlogging.
May	Tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, pumpkins	Plant outside after the “Ice Saints” in mid-May.

2. Summer (June – August)

Everything grows quickly now – keep plants moist and shaded on hot days.

Month	Plant / Harvest	Tips
June	Kohlrabi, spinach, herbs	First harvests start – water daily!
July	Replant lettuce, sow beans	Provide shade in strong heat.
August	Harvest tomatoes, zucchini, pumpkins	Make use of the warm sun!

3. Autumn (September – November)

Harvest time! Also prepare your garden for winter.

Month	Activities	Tips
September	Harvest apples, pears, pumpkins	Start composting for next season.
October	Plant garlic, spinach, lamb’s lettuce	Cover soil lightly to protect from frost.
November	Finish harvest, compost leaves	Clean and store tools.

4. Winter (December – February)

Winter is quiet outside but busy in planning. Care for tools and plan your crops.

• Store vegetables like potatoes, pumpkins, and onions.
• Plan your garden layout for spring.
• Repair or clean tools.
• Feed birds and prepare nesting boxes.

5. Useful Garden Resources in Berlin

• checkwetter.de – Daily Berlin weather updates for perfect garden timing.
• Local farmer’s markets – for regional seeds and advice.
• Urban gardening groups – for sharing tools and knowledge.

6. Conclusion

With this easy Berlin gardening calendar, you can enjoy planting and harvesting all year long. Keep an eye on the weather with checkwetter.de – and let nature reward your patience and care.