August in Fondi 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, dry-spell risk: plan irrigation. Crops to wait on with more care: Basil.
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
20.54 C
Average maximum temperature
31.61 C
Average temperature
25.77 C
Average rain
23.53 mm
Average dry spell
15.73 days
Average solar radiation
22.42
heat risk for sensitive crops
dry-spell risk: plan irrigation
FAQ
What should I start with in August in Fondi?
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%.
Should I use indoor seed starting in August in Fondi?
For Broccoli, the useful indoor seed period is from February 20 to August 13. The expected transplanting window is from April 2 to September 24 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.
What should I watch in August in Fondi?
Check midday heat: with an average maximum of 31.61 C, sensitive crops may need light shade and steadier irrigation. Check irrigation and soil moisture: average rain of 23.53 mm and an average dry spell of 15.73 days can dry beds and containers quickly. Monthly averages: minimum 20.54 C, maximum 31.61 C, rain 23.53 mm, and dry spell 15.73 days.
What makes Basil cautious this month?
The available Basil window is from August 1 to August 16 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 53%; before starting, check: heat risk for sensitive crops, dry-spell risk: plan irrigation.
