What to Sow in February: A Complete Guide for a Strong HarvestFor gardeners and summer residents, February is not a pause between seasons but a full-scale start to the year's work, as early sowing now determines the quality of the harvest and the beauty of the garden months later. Seedlings started in February develop slowly but evenly, forming a strong root system that allows plants to adapt more easily when transplanted outdoors in May. An early start also helps distribute the workload more evenly. "February sowing gives plants time to build a strong root system before active spring growth begins,” says home gardening specialist and Pravda.ru columnist Pavel Sidorov. February sowing produces strong plants that handle relocation with minimal stress.