What to plant in Busan in May
May in Busan offers optimal spring conditions with an average temperature of 17.5°C and increasing warmth. This transition period allows for full outdoor sowing of warm-season crops and the transplanting of heat-loving seedlings before the heavy monsoon rains of summer arrive.
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Semis
Semis recommandé
Sweet Corn
Sow directly outdoors in blocks of at least 4x4 plants to ensure proper wind pollination.
Perilla (Shiso)
Sow directly outdoors. Lightly cover seeds as they require some light to germinate.
Bush Beans
Sow directly outdoors 2.5 cm deep. Avoid transplanting as roots are sensitive.
Zucchini
Sow directly outdoors in hills or rich soil mounds to ensure good drainage.
Okra
Soak seeds for 24 hours before sowing directly outdoors to speed up germination.
Cucumber
Sow directly next to a trellis to keep fruits off the damp ground.
Radish
Sow directly outdoors in shallow furrows. Harvest early before summer heat causes bolting.
Basil
Sow directly or in outdoor seedbeds. Pinch tips regularly to encourage bushy growth.
Plants
Plants
Tomato
Plant seedlings deep, burying the stem up to the first set of leaves to promote extra rooting.
Eggplant
Provide a sturdy stake at planting time to support heavy fruit loads later.
Hot Pepper
Transplant when soil is thoroughly warm. Space plants 40 cm apart.
Sweet Potato
Plant slips horizontally in raised ridges to encourage maximum tuber formation.
Tasks
Monthly tasks
Apply organic mulch around newly transplanted seedlings to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds. Install trellises and supports for climbing crops like cucumbers and tomatoes early. Monitor for aphids and flea beetles, which become active as temperatures rise.