What to plant in May in Augusta

Local guidance for May.

What to plant in May in Augusta

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

Summary
Crops
Climate
FAQ

Summary

Recommended direct sowing: 16
Indoor seed starts: 13
Recommended transplants: 14
Crops to wait on: 0

May in Augusta is a month rich in garden options. There are 24 useful crops: Basil, 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: dry-spell risk: plan irrigation.

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

Water and irrigation
Average rain in Augusta: 14.27 mm. Average dry spell: 17.87 days. Plan irrigation before beds and containers dry out.
Night temperatures
Average minimum for the month: 13.32 C. Mild nights generally support germination and transplants.
Local check
In Augusta, exposure, wind, soil, and containers can move the practical date by a few days. Check the short forecast before sowing or transplanting.

Climate risk for the month

Average minimum temperature: 13.32 C
Average maximum temperature: 24.86 C
Average temperature: 18.85 C
Average rain: 14.27 mm
Average dry spell: 17.87 days
Average solar radiation: 23.59

dry-spell risk: plan irrigation

FAQ

Which crop has the clearest window in May in Augusta?

Start with Swiss chard for direct sowing during from May 1 to May 31. The estimated harvest is from June 19 to July 19 and the best estimated success rate is 100%.

Which indoor seed start matters in May?

For Basil, the useful indoor seed period is from May 16 to July 22. The expected transplanting window is from June 20 to August 26 and it is best to start seedlings 35 days earlier.

What limits May most in Augusta?

Check irrigation and soil moisture: average rain of 14.27 mm and an average dry spell of 17.87 days can dry beds and containers quickly. Monthly averages: minimum 13.32 C, maximum 24.86 C, rain 14.27 mm, and dry spell 17.87 days.