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What to plant in September in Prato

Local guidance for September.

OrtoClima Staff May 5, 2026 3 min read

What to plant in September in Prato

September in Prato is evaluated with 1991-2020 climate normals and crop windows calculated for the municipality.

Summary

Recommended direct sowing
3
Recommended transplants
0
Crops to wait on
1

no recommended item from the available data

Crops to avoid or wait on

Practical plan

Week 1
Check soil, moisture, and the forecast before starting sowing.
Week 2
Continue succession sowing of Garlic, Radish, Arugula.
Week 3
Consider transplanting no recommended item if nights are stable.
Week 4
Prepare the next beds and wait on Spinach if local risk remains high.

Why the calendar changes

Climate risk for the month

Average minimum temperature
12.02 C
Average maximum temperature
23.26 C
Average temperature
17.15 C
Average rain
72.51 mm
Average dry spell
8.97 days
Average solar radiation
15.64
  • overall climate risk is moderate

FAQ

Do these dates also apply to balconies and containers?

Yes, but exposure and container size can move real sowing dates earlier or later.

Why are some crops marked as wait?

Because in Prato, September can still be too cold, too hot, too dry, or too close to frost risk for sensitive crops.