What vegetables are suitable to plant in May
This article introduces the knowledge of what vegetables are suitable to plant in May and recommendations for vegetables that are suitable for summer planting, including the content about flowers and plants. Let's get to know more about it.
It's May, the beginning of summer, with rising temperatures and increased thunderstorms. Everything enters the peak growing period, making it suitable for planting vegetables. So, what vegetables are best to plant in May? Let's find out together.
1. Amaranth
Amaranth generally chooses to plant red amaranth. As the saying goes, "June amaranth is as good as eggs, July amaranth is invaluable." The harvesting period of amaranth is usually about 50 days. Sown in May, it can be harvested in June and July.
2. Chili peppers
Chili peppers include bell peppers,小米椒 (small chili peppers), and pointed peppers, etc. You can buy special chili seedlings from the market. It is not recommended to grow your own seedlings, as it takes a long time and is troublesome. The ready-made chili seedlings are only a few cents each, and the temperature in May is between 15-30 degrees, which is suitable for planting chili peppers.
3. Water spinach
Water spinach is a widely planted vegetable, especially common in the south. When the temperature is around 15 degrees, the seeds can germinate. As long as there is sufficient sunlight, it will sprout quickly and grow vigorously, allowing for transplanting or outdoor planting.
4. Eggplant
Eggplant is a common vegetable that does not require a large space to grow. As long as the temperature exceeds 15 degrees, the eggplant will enter a period of vigorous growth, almost changing every day. Especially after a light rain, the tender stems and leaves look even more lively. Therefore, May is very suitable for planting eggplants.
5. Cucumber
Cucumbers require a warm climate and sunlight, and it is best to plant them in May. Sow the seeds in fertile soil, keep it moist, and fertilize regularly after germination, and they will grow very well.
6. Green beans
May is the best time to plant green beans. Beans prefer a warm and humid climate and require good drainage and fertile soil. Planting in May is very good.
7. Luffa
Luffa likes warmth and can tolerate heat. Higher temperatures are conducive to the growth of stems and leaves. Luffa has a strong climbing ability and can grow over ten meters. Consider the environment when planting. When the temperature reaches about 20 degrees, luffa can be planted, so May is suitable for planting.
There are many vegetables that can be planted in May, in addition to these, there are also tomatoes, pumpkins, and木耳菜 (bulb vegetables) that can be planted. Different vegetables have different growth habits and environmental requirements. Only by understanding their growth characteristics and environmental requirements can we better plant and manage them.
The above [] introduces the vegetables suitable for planting in May and the related content of summer planting vegetable recommendations for green plant enthusiasts to refer to, hoping to solve your problems in green plant and flower management.