What to Plant in March in Oxfordshire Gardens

March marks the beginning of the gardening season in Oxfordshire. As the days gradually grow longer and the soil begins to warm, it’s the perfect time to start planting and preparing your garden for spring.

At Bampton Garden Plants, our team always looks forward to this exciting time of year when gardens begin to wake up after winter. Whether you're planning colourful flower borders, growing your own vegetables or refreshing your containers, March offers plenty of opportunities to get started.

If you're visiting our garden centre in Bampton, Oxfordshire, you’ll find a fantastic selection of seasonal plants, seeds and gardening essentials to help your garden flourish this spring.

Early Vegetables to Plant in March

March is an ideal time to start growing a range of hardy vegetables.

Some vegetables that perform well in early spring include:

Broad beans
Peas
Spinach
Lettuce
Beetroot
Carrots

Many of these crops can be sown directly outdoors once the soil is workable. Starting them now allows them to establish before warmer temperatures arrive later in the season.

Spring Bedding Plants for Colour

Spring bedding plants provide instant colour after the dull winter months.

Popular options include:

Pansies
Violas
Primroses
Polyanthus
Bellis daisies

These plants thrive in cooler temperatures and are perfect for borders, window boxes and containers.

Herbs Perfect for Containers

March is also a great time to start growing herbs.

Easy herbs to grow include:

Mint
Parsley
Chives
Thyme
Rosemary

Herbs grow well in containers and are perfect for patios or small gardens.

Hardy Perennials to Plant Now

Hardy perennials planted in early spring will establish quickly and provide colour year after year.

Some excellent options include:

Geraniums
Lupins
Salvias
Heucheras
Delphiniums

These plants create long-lasting structure and interest in garden borders.

Visit Bampton Garden Plants

If you're planning your spring planting, a visit to Bampton Garden Plants is the perfect place to start.

Our independent garden centre in Oxfordshire offers a wonderful selection of plants, gardening tools, compost and expert advice from our experienced team.