What to plant in August in Bologna

Local guidance for August.

What to plant in August in Bologna

This page summarizes what is worth doing in August in Bologna, using typical weather for the period and local sowing and transplanting windows.

Summary
Crops
Climate
FAQ

Summary

Recommended direct sowing: 16
Indoor seed starts: 5
Recommended transplants: 14
Crops to wait on: 0

August in Bologna is a month rich in garden options. There are 23 useful crops: Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Cucumber, Onion, Green bean, Fennel, Strawberry, Lettuce, Eggplant, Potato, Pepper, Pea, Tomato, Parsley, Radish, Rosemary, Arugula, Sage, Spinach, Pumpkin, Zucchini. The same card can combine direct sowing, indoor seed starts, transplanting when they overlap in the month.

Before starting, watch especially for: heat risk for sensitive crops.

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

Daytime heat
Average maximum 32.12 C. Shade young plants during the hottest hours and avoid transplanting into dry soil.
Water and irrigation
Average dry spell: 9.87 days. Check soil moisture even when monthly rain is not especially low.
Night temperatures
Average minimum for the month: 19.35 C. Mild nights generally support germination and transplants.

Climate risk for the month

Average minimum temperature: 19.35 C
Average maximum temperature: 32.12 C
Average temperature: 25.49 C
Average rain: 41.5 mm
Average dry spell: 9.87 days
Average solar radiation: 20.95

heat risk for sensitive crops

FAQ

What should I start with in August in Bologna?

Start with Swiss chard for direct sowing during from August 1 to August 31. The estimated harvest is from September 19 to October 19 and the best estimated success rate is 100%.

Which crop can be started indoors in August?

For Tuscan kale, the useful indoor seed period is from February 27 to August 18. The expected transplanting window is from April 2 to September 22 and it is best to start seedlings 35 days earlier.

What limits August most in Bologna?

Check midday heat: with an average maximum of 32.12 C, sensitive crops may need light shade and steadier irrigation. Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 9.87 days, even with average rain of 41.5 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 19.35 C, maximum 32.12 C, rain 41.5 mm, and dry spell 9.87 days.