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What to plant in August in Reggio nell'Emilia

Local guidance for August.

What to plant in August in Reggio nell'Emilia

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

Summary

Recommended direct sowing
14
Indoor seed starts
5
Recommended transplants
12
Crops to wait on
3

August in Reggio nell'Emilia is a month rich in garden options. There are 20 useful crops: Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Cucumber, Onion, Green bean, Fennel, Strawberry, Lettuce, 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: Eggplant, 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
18.19 C
Average maximum temperature
30.85 C
Average temperature
24.25 C
Average rain
42.67 mm
Average dry spell
10.03 days
Average solar radiation
20.85
  • heat risk for sensitive crops

FAQ

What should I start with in August in Reggio nell'Emilia?

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 Reggio nell'Emilia?

For Tuscan kale, the useful indoor seed period is from March 3 to August 16. The expected transplanting window is from April 7 to September 20 and it is best to start seedlings 35 days earlier.

What limits August most in Reggio nell'Emilia?

Check midday heat: with an average maximum of 30.85 C, sensitive crops may need light shade and steadier irrigation. Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 10.03 days, even with average rain of 42.67 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 18.19 C, maximum 30.85 C, rain 42.67 mm, and dry spell 10.03 days.

When should Eggplant be avoided in Reggio nell'Emilia?

The available Eggplant window is from August 1 to August 5 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 50%; before starting, check: heat risk for sensitive crops.