As temperatures begin to rise in various regions in May, friends who want to plant vegetables can consider which varieties are suitable for the upcoming hot weather. Below are several vegetable varieties that are suitable for planting in May.
Vegetable Varieties Suitable for Planting in May
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Green Beans: Green beans can be planted in both spring and autumn. The specific planting time depends on the region. The timing for planting varies between southern and northern regions due to differences in climate. In most cases, spring planting is done from February to April, which can be advanced in the south and delayed to April-May in the north. For autumn planting, it is generally done in August-September, although in the south, it can be delayed to September-October due to high temperatures.
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Tomatoes: Tomatoes can be planted from February to May and from July to September. It is generally recommended to choose soil with deep layers, good drainage, and good ventilation for planting.
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Luffa: Luffa seeds can be sown throughout the year. For spring planting, it's best to plant around Qingming Festival or before and after Grain Rain, as the temperature is suitable for seed germination. Summer planting is usually done in May to June, while autumn planting can be done immediately after summer luffa harvest. In winter, planting can be done in November, but in colder areas, luffa should be grown in greenhouses.
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Pumpkins: Pumpkins can be planted in May. The best planting time for pumpkins is from March to May each year, as the temperature during this period is most conducive to pumpkin growth.
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Winter Melon: The planting time for winter melon in southern regions is relatively flexible and can be done in both spring and autumn. Planting can be done in April-May and July-August because these periods have stable temperatures suitable for winter melon growth, with sowing being the common method.
In summary, there are many vegetables that can be planted during this time, including bitter gourd, scallion, yardlong bean, edamame, water spinach, Chinese broccoli, amaranth, cabbage, celery, leek, eggplant, Chinese cabbage, radish, taro, cucumber, and more. Of course, the choice should be based on regional environment, climate, and variety.
