February in Cremona
What to plant in February in Cremona
Direct sowing, recommended transplants, and average climate risks for a vegetable garden in Cremona in February.
Operational summary
Crop actions
| Action | Crops | Success probability |
|---|---|---|
| Direct sowing0 crops | - | - |
| Start indoors1 crop | Tuscan kale | High80% |
| Transplants0 crops | - | - |
| Wait1 crop | Onion | Low53% |
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Crops for this month
| Action | Crops | Success probability |
|---|---|---|
| Direct sowing0 crops | - | - |
| Start indoors1 crop | Tuscan kalestart indoors: February 24harvest: from May 23 to November 14 | High80% |
| Transplants0 crops | - | - |
| Wait1 crop | Onionwindow: from February 24 to February 29harvest: from May 24 to May 28 | Low53% |
Direct sowing (0)
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Start indoors (1)
Transplants (0)
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Wait (1)
Local climate
- cold risk for sensitive sowing
- dry-spell risk: plan irrigation
Method and limits
Which crop can be started indoors in February?
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.
How should I read February climate for Cremona?
Check night minimums and frost risk: with an average minimum of 0.62 °C, sensitive sowings and transplants need protection. Check irrigation and soil moisture: average rain of 49.8 mm and an average dry spell of 14.63 days can dry beds and containers quickly. Monthly averages: minimum 0.62 °C, maximum 9.38 °C, rain 49.8 mm, and dry spell 14.63 days.
When should Onion be avoided in Cremona?
The available Onion window is from February 24 to February 29 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 53%; before starting, check: cold risk for sensitive sowing, dry-spell risk: plan irrigation.