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What to plant in May in Como

Local guidance for May.

What to plant in May in Como

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

Summary

Recommended direct sowing
10
Indoor seed starts
8
Recommended transplants
5
Crops to wait on
1

May in Como is a favorable month for garden work. The most useful crops this month are Swiss chard, Broccoli, Carrot, Tuscan kale, Onion, Fennel, Strawberry, Lettuce, Potato, Pea, Radish, Rosemary, Arugula, Sage, Spinach. 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: Parsley.

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
8.18 C
Average maximum temperature
16.31 C
Average temperature
12.44 C
Average rain
130.54 mm
Average dry spell
6.27 days
Average solar radiation
19.66
  • overall climate risk is moderate

FAQ

What should I start with in May in Como?

Start with Swiss chard for direct sowing during from May 7 to May 31. The estimated harvest is from June 25 to July 19 and the best estimated success rate is 83%.

Should I use indoor seed starting in May in Como?

For Broccoli, the useful indoor seed period is from April 8 to June 18. The expected transplanting window is from May 20 to July 30 and it is best to start seedlings 42 days earlier.

How should I read May climate for Como?

Check drainage and standing water: average rain is 130.54 mm. Monthly averages: minimum 8.18 C, maximum 16.31 C, rain 130.54 mm, and dry spell 6.27 days.

What makes Parsley cautious this month?

The available Parsley window is from May 22 to May 31 and remains classified as risky. The best estimated success rate is 57%; before starting, check: overall climate risk is moderate.