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What to plant in August in Rovigo

Local guidance for August.

What to plant in August in Rovigo

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

Summary

Recommended direct sowing
16
Indoor seed starts
9
Recommended transplants
14
Crops to wait on
1

August in Rovigo 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 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
20.73 C
Average maximum temperature
31.65 C
Average temperature
26.01 C
Average rain
51.81 mm
Average dry spell
9.97 days
Average solar radiation
19.79
  • heat risk for sensitive crops

FAQ

Which recommendation stands out for Rovigo 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 15 to August 8. The expected transplanting window is from March 28 to September 19 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.

How should I read August climate for Rovigo?

Check midday heat: with an average maximum of 31.65 C, sensitive crops may need light shade and steadier irrigation. Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 9.97 days, even with average rain of 51.81 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 20.73 C, maximum 31.65 C, rain 51.81 mm, and dry spell 9.97 days.

What makes Basil cautious this month?

The available Basil window is from August 1 to August 13 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 50%; before starting, check: heat risk for sensitive crops.