Seasonal Activities in Latvia — Your Questions Answered

Most people start planning 2–3 weeks before June 23rd, but the real preparation begins in early June when you can gather fresh birch branches, oak leaves, and flowers from your garden. If you're hosting guests or making decorations from scratch, starting mid-May gives you plenty of time to gather materials and practice your arrangements without stress.

Absolutely — that's actually the best approach. Latvian gardens naturally produce dried grasses, rowan berries, oak leaves, and seedpods perfect for wreaths. Harvest materials in late August and early September while they still have color, and let them dry for a few days before arranging them on your base.

Winter's the perfect time for seed starting indoors (start around February for spring planting), forcing bulbs, pressing flowers from last season, and planning next year's garden layout on paper. You can also propagate herbs like basil and mint on a sunny windowsill—they'll be ready to transplant outside in spring.

Most gardeners wait until mid-May when the risk of frost has passed, though it depends on your region. Start cool-season crops like peas and lettuce in April, but hold off on tomatoes, peppers, and beans until late May. Check the soil temperature—it should be at least 10°C before you dig.

Not really. For wreath-making, you just need scissors, a wire base, and twine—all cheap and reusable. For gardening, basic tools (spade, rake, trowel) will handle most tasks. Our guides walk you through budget-friendly alternatives, so you can start without spending a fortune.

Yes—we design all our resources for people just starting out. Jāņi celebrations and wreath-making require no prior knowledge, and our spring garden guide breaks everything down step-by-step so you'll feel confident even if you've never planted anything before.