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What to plant in August in Oristano

Local guidance for August.

What to plant in August in Oristano

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

Summary

Recommended direct sowing
16
Indoor seed starts
10
Recommended transplants
14
Crops to wait on
1

August in Oristano 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
19.66 C
Average maximum temperature
32.57 C
Average temperature
25.74 C
Average rain
10.29 mm
Average dry spell
22.63 days
Average solar radiation
23.91
  • heat risk for sensitive crops
  • dry-spell risk: plan irrigation

FAQ

Which recommendation stands out for Oristano in August?

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 indoor seed start matters in August?

For Broccoli, the useful indoor seed period is from February 14 to August 20. The expected transplanting window is from March 27 to October 1 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.

What limits August most in Oristano?

Check midday heat: with an average maximum of 32.57 C, sensitive crops may need light shade and steadier irrigation. Check irrigation and soil moisture: average rain of 10.29 mm and an average dry spell of 22.63 days can dry beds and containers quickly. Monthly averages: minimum 19.66 C, maximum 32.57 C, rain 10.29 mm, and dry spell 22.63 days.

When should Basil be avoided in Oristano?

The available Basil window is from August 1 to August 14 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.