Vegetables Growing Month by Month

Growing vegetables in India can vary significantly by region due to its diverse climates. However, here’s a general month-by-month guide for vegetable cultivation applicable to many parts of India:

January

• Carrots
• Beetroot
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Spinach
• Lettuce
• Radish

February

• Tomatoes (for early harvest)
• Brinjal (Eggplant)
• Capsicum (Bell Peppers)
• Onions
• Garlic
• Peas

March

• Beans (French Beans, Cowpeas)
• Cucumbers
• Pumpkins
• Squash
• Sweet Corn
• Kohlrabi

April

• Okra (Lady Finger)
• Bottle Gourd
• Ridge Gourd
• Bitter Gourd
• Melons (Watermelon, Muskmelon)
• Tomatoes (for main season)

May

• Chilies
• Pumpkins
• Bitter Gourd
• Bottle Gourd
• Corn
• Cucumbers

June

• Monsoon Season Vegetables:
• Beans
• Brinjal (Eggplant)
• Okra (Lady Finger)
• Radish
• Spinach
• Amaranth

July

• Monsoon Vegetables:
• Tomatoes (for late season)
• Brinjal (Eggplant)
• Okra (Lady Finger)
• Beans
• Pumpkins

August

• Monsoon Vegetables:
• Chilies
• Coriander
• Spinach
• Lettuce
• Beetroot

September

• Cauliflower (for winter harvest)
• Cabbage
• Carrots
• Turnips
• Green Peas

October

• Broccoli
• Cauliflower
• Cabbage
• Carrots
• Beetroot
• Garlic

November

• Lettuce
• Spinach
• Mustard Greens
• Radish
• Winter Squash
• Onions

December

• Garlic
• Onions
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Carrots
• Beetroot

General Tips:

• Soil Preparation: Ensure well-drained, fertile soil.
• Watering: Adjust based on seasonal rainfall and temperature.
• Pest Control: Be vigilant for pests and diseases, particularly during the monsoon.
• Crop Rotation: Rotate crops to maintain soil health and reduce pest buildup.

This month-by-month guide provides a broad overview and may need adjustment based on specific local climate conditions and microenvironments in different regions of India.