March in Bologna is a favorable month for garden work. The most useful crops this month are Broccoli, Tuscan kale, Onion, Fennel, Strawberry, Lettuce, Rosemary, Sage. The same card can combine direct sowing, indoor seed starts, transplanting when they overlap in the month.
Before starting, watch especially for: dry-spell risk: plan irrigation. Crops to wait on with more care: Swiss chard, Carrot, Pea, Radish, and 2 more crops.
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
3.76 C
Average maximum temperature
14.02 C
Average temperature
8.49 C
Average rain
47.85 mm
Average dry spell
14.4 days
Average solar radiation
13.03
dry-spell risk: plan irrigation
FAQ
Which recommendation stands out for Bologna in March?
Start with Onion for direct sowing during from March 20 to March 31. The estimated harvest is from June 17 to June 28 and the best estimated success rate is 80%.
Which crop can be started indoors in March?
For Broccoli, the useful indoor seed period is from March 4 to July 24. The expected transplanting window is from April 15 to September 4 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.
What limits March most in Bologna?
Check night temperatures: with an average minimum of 3.76 C, germination and sensitive transplants can slow down. Check irrigation and soil moisture: average rain of 47.85 mm and an average dry spell of 14.4 days can dry beds and containers quickly. Monthly averages: minimum 3.76 C, maximum 14.02 C, rain 47.85 mm, and dry spell 14.4 days.
Why wait on Swiss chard in March?
The available Swiss chard window is from March 26 to March 31 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 50%; before starting, check: dry-spell risk: plan irrigation.
