February in Bologna
What to plant in February in Bologna
Direct sowing, recommended transplants, and average climate risks for a vegetable garden in Bologna in February.
February in BolognaMonthly climate profile
Average temperature4.56 °CAverage of means
Average minimum0.71 °CAverage of minimums
Average rain49.92 mmTotal precipitation
Frost riskHighRisk during the month
Recommended actions in FebruaryHow many crops fall into each action
Direct sowing0crops
Start indoors2crops
Transplants0crops
Wait0crops
Operational summary
Crop actions
| Action | Crops | Success probability |
|---|---|---|
| Direct sowing0 crops | - | - |
| Start indoors2 crops | Tuscan kale, Onion | High80% |
| Transplants0 crops | - | - |
| Wait0 crops | - | - |
Direct sowing (0)
- -
Start indoors (2)
Transplants (0)
- -
Wait (0)
- -
Crops for this month
| Action | Crops | Success probability |
|---|---|---|
| Direct sowing0 crops | - | - |
| Start indoors2 crops | Tuscan kalestart indoors: February 27harvest: from May 26 to November 15Onionstart indoors: January 3harvest: from June 17 to November 22 | High80% |
| Transplants0 crops | - | - |
| Wait0 crops | - | - |
Direct sowing (0)
- -
Start indoors (2)
Transplants (0)
- -
Wait (0)
- -
Local climate
- cold risk for sensitive sowing
Method and limits
Which crop can be started indoors in February?
For Tuscan kale, the useful indoor seed period is from February 27 to August 18. The expected transplanting window is from April 2 to September 22 and it is best to start seedlings 35 days earlier.
How should I read February climate for Bologna?
Check night minimums and frost risk: with an average minimum of 0.71 °C, sensitive sowings and transplants need protection. Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 12 days, even with average rain of 49.92 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 0.71 °C, maximum 9.61 °C, rain 49.92 mm, and dry spell 12 days.