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What to plant in March in Siena

Local guidance for March.

What to plant in March in Siena

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

Summary

Recommended direct sowing
1
Indoor seed starts
8
Recommended transplants
1
Crops to wait on
6

March in Siena 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: overall climate risk is moderate. 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
3.31 C
Average maximum temperature
13.64 C
Average temperature
8.03 C
Average rain
54.03 mm
Average dry spell
13.5 days
Average solar radiation
12.85
  • overall climate risk is moderate

FAQ

Which recommendation stands out for Siena in March?

Start with Onion for direct sowing during from March 24 to March 31. The estimated harvest is from June 21 to June 28 and the best estimated success rate is 83%.

Which crop can be started indoors in March?

For Broccoli, the useful indoor seed period is from March 9 to July 23. The expected transplanting window is from April 20 to September 3 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.

What should I watch in March in Siena?

Check night temperatures: with an average minimum of 3.31 C, germination and sensitive transplants can slow down. Check irrigation and soil moisture: the average dry spell reaches 13.5 days, even with average rain of 54.03 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 3.31 C, maximum 13.64 C, rain 54.03 mm, and dry spell 13.5 days.

When should Swiss chard be avoided in Siena?

The available Swiss chard window is from March 29 to March 31 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 50%; before starting, check: overall climate risk is moderate.