What to plant in Scotland in May
May in Scotland sees a gradual increase in daylight and average temperatures reaching 8.9°C, though a low of 5.1°C necessitates caution. This period is ideal for establishing hardy vegetables and legumes while preparing for the increased rainfall and growth of early summer.
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Siembra
Siembra recomendada
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Broad Beans
Direct sow outdoors; very hardy and handles the Scottish breeze well.
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Carrots
Direct sow in stone-free soil; use fleece to protect against carrot fly.
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Peas
Direct sow; provide support mesh early as growth accelerates in June.
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Radishes
Direct sow; very tolerant of the 5.1°C night temperatures.
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Spinach
Direct sow; keep well-watered to prevent early flowering.
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Kale
Sow in seedbeds or direct; thin out to allow for air circulation.
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Onions
Sow seeds in drills or plant sets; ensure soil is well-drained.
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Beetroot
Direct sow; soak seeds for a few hours before planting to aid germination.
Planteles
Planteles
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Cabbage
Transplant pre-grown seedlings; firm in well to protect against wind.
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Leeks
Transplant seedlings into deep holes; water in rather than filling with soil.
Tareas
Tareas del mes
Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds as temperatures rise. Check for slugs and snails, which become active with the 88.1mm of rainfall. Stake tall perennials and legumes early to prevent damage from late spring winds.