What to plant in Cacheu in October
October in Cacheu marks the transition from the peak rainy season toward drier conditions, with average temperatures around 27.3°C. This period allows gardeners to capitalize on residual soil moisture to establish vegetable crops before the onset of the drier, hotter months.
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Siembra
Siembra recomendada

Okra
Direct sow in well-drained soil.

Amaranth
Fast growing, harvest leaves regularly.

Sweet Potato
Requires loose, mounded soil.
Cowpeas
Excellent for soil health.

Cucumber
Provide trellis for climbing.

Eggplant
Sow in tray; transplant after 4-6 weeks.

Pepper
Start indoors to protect from heavy rains.

Tomato
Keep seedlings protected until established.
Planteles
Planteles

Chili Pepper
Transplant when seedlings have 4-6 leaves.

Papaya
Ensure excellent drainage.
Tareas
Tareas del mes
Monitor for fungal issues due to the remaining 136.7mm of rain. Improve drainage in beds and mulch around plants to prepare for the upcoming dry season.