🌾 Seasonal Gardening Tips: What to Plant and When

Intro:

Successful gardening depends on timing. Some plants thrive in the summer heat, while others love the chill of winter. This post outlines what you should plant each season, helping you get the most out of your garden all year round.

1. Summer (Mar–Jun)

Great for heat-loving crops: okra, tomatoes, cucumbers, gourds, brinjal, and chilies.

2. Monsoon (Jul–Sep)

Perfect for leafy greens like spinach, fenugreek, amaranthus, and creepers like ridge gourd.

3. Winter (Oct–Feb)

Time for root vegetables and cool-climate crops: carrots, radish, cabbage, peas, and lettuce.

4. Know Your Growing Zone

Check your local climate zone to align with ideal sowing windows.

5. Use Season-Specific Fertilizers

Different seasons require different nutrients. Use compost and balanced fertilizers accordingly.

6. Pest Awareness

Some pests are more active in specific seasons. Take preventive care, especially during monsoons.

7. Rotate Crops

Avoid planting the same type of crop in the same soil to reduce disease and nutrient depletion.

8. Seasonal Tool Use

Use different tools based on the season — e.g., watering can in summer, pruning tools in winter.