April in Mantova is a month rich in garden options. There are 19 useful crops: Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Onion, Fennel, Strawberry, Lettuce, Eggplant, Potato, Pepper, Pea, Tomato, Parsley, Radish, Rosemary, Arugula, Sage, Spinach. The same card can combine direct sowing, indoor seed starts, transplanting when they overlap in the month.
Before starting, watch especially for: overall climate risk is moderate. Crops to wait on with more care: Green bean.
Crops for this month
Each crop appears once. Inside the card you can see the useful options for the month, such as direct sowing, indoor starts, transplanting, or a cautious wait.
Why the calendar changes
Climate risk for the month
Average minimum temperature
8.03 C
Average maximum temperature
18.75 C
Average temperature
13.29 C
Average rain
68.53 mm
Average dry spell
9.27 days
Average solar radiation
16.26
overall climate risk is moderate
FAQ
What should I start with in April in Mantova?
Start with Swiss chard for direct sowing during from April 1 to April 30. The estimated harvest is from May 20 to June 18 and the best estimated success rate is 83%.
Which crop can be started indoors in April?
For Broccoli, the useful indoor seed period is from February 26 to July 26. The expected transplanting window is from April 8 to September 6 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.
What limits April most in Mantova?
Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 9.27 days, even with average rain of 68.53 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 8.03 C, maximum 18.75 C, rain 68.53 mm, and dry spell 9.27 days.
What makes Green bean cautious this month?
The available Green bean window is April 30 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 50%; before starting, check: overall climate risk is moderate.
