August in Piacenza is a month rich in garden options. There are 21 useful crops: Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Cucumber, Onion, Green bean, Fennel, Strawberry, Lettuce, Eggplant, Pepper, Pea, Tomato, Parsley, Radish, Rosemary, Arugula, Sage, Spinach, 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 to wait on with more care: Potato, Pumpkin.
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
19.04 C
Average maximum temperature
31.3 C
Average temperature
25.02 C
Average rain
59.73 mm
Average dry spell
10.2 days
Average solar radiation
19.95
heat risk for sensitive crops
FAQ
What should I start with in August in Piacenza?
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 24 to August 17. The expected transplanting window is from March 30 to September 21 and it is best to start seedlings 35 days earlier.
What should I watch in August in Piacenza?
Check midday heat: with an average maximum of 31.3 C, sensitive crops may need light shade and steadier irrigation. Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 10.2 days, even with average rain of 59.73 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 19.04 C, maximum 31.3 C, rain 59.73 mm, and dry spell 10.2 days.
What makes Potato cautious this month?
The available Potato window is from August 1 to August 13 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 53%; before starting, check: heat risk for sensitive crops.
