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What to sow in April
in Derby (DE)
62 crops can go in this month. Typical last frost DE: about 10 May. First autumn frost about 20 October. This is the April page; jump to this month.
Sow in April
Plant out in April
Sown earlier under cover, hardened off, and going in the ground once the last frost has passed.
Ready to pick in April
Coming up in May
French Beans, Runner Beans, Swede (Rutabaga). See the May page.
Your postcode
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Questions people ask
What can I sow in April in Derby (DE)?
62 crops go in this month in Derby (DE): Asparagus, Basil, Beetroot, Blueberry, Broad Beans, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage (Red) and more.
When is the last frost in Derby (DE)?
Typically around 10 May, with the first autumn frost about 20 October. Treat those as averages and watch the forecast; a cold spring can push them back a fortnight.
What's ready to harvest in April in Derby (DE)?
Asparagus, Cabbage (Spring), Radish, Rhubarb, Rocket.
Plan the plot, track every sowing, cook the harvest
Sowing reminders and harvest forecasts for your own frost dates, the Seed Tin, Scan Centre for any label or packet, and the Potty Mouth Garden Club. Free to start.
Allotment keeper in the North East of England, the voice behind the Tony C Smith YouTube channel, and the gardener who built GrowMore CookMore. Club numbers on this page update as members log their plots. Last updated 4 September 2026.