Using a sowing calendar to choose the best planting dates has been a practice since ancient times, aimed at optimizing planting and sowing for maximum yield. March marks the beginning of active gardening work, making it essential to consider both the sowing recommendations and current weather conditions.
Sowing Calendar for March
Favorable Days: March 1, 5, 6, 7, 12, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 27, 28, 29
Unfavorable Days: March 8, 9, 14
Neutral Days: March 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 22, 26, 30, 31
What to Plant in the First Half of March:
Until March 15, focus on sowing radishes, onions for greens, and planting onions, garlic, horseradish, early cabbage, potatoes, Jerusalem artichokes, beans, and peas. This is also a good time for transplanting and dividing plants.
What to Plant in Mid-March:
From March 15 onwards, it’s a favorable period for planting tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, zucchini, pumpkins, radishes, and green salad crops.
What to Plant at the End of March:
In the last decade of March, plant tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, cabbage, eggplants, zucchini, carrots, turnips, and celery. This period is also suitable for planting potatoes and Jerusalem artichokes.
Important Tips:
- Always check local weather conditions in addition to the sowing calendar to ensure optimal planting times.
- Adjust planting schedules based on your specific climate and soil conditions.
By following these guidelines and paying attention to both the sowing calendar and your local weather, you’ll set the stage for a successful and bountiful growing season.
