October is a great time to plant vegetables in the UK, and there are many options to choose from. Here are some vegetables that can be planted in October according to various sources:

• Peas
• Salad mixes
• Broad beans
• Cauliflower
• Garlic
• Onions
• Spinach
• Cabbage
• Lambs lettuce
• Purslane
• Kale

Its important to note that some of these vegetables may not be ready for harvest until next year. For example, broad beans and sweet peas can be sown in October for an early harvest next May or June. Salad mixes can provide a small crop before winter, but then the plants will enter dormancy and not start growing again until March, when theyll provide an early crop of fresh salad leaves.

In addition to planting vegetables, there are other gardening tasks that can be done in October. For example, root crops such as carrots, beetroot, and potatoes can be lifted and stored. Asparagus can be cut down to near ground level. Bedding plants such as wallflowers and forget-me-nots can be planted out now, ready for spring displays.

Overall, there are many options for planting vegetables in October in the UK. Its important to choose vegetables that are appropriate for the season and climate, and to follow proper planting and care instructions to ensure a successful harvest.