What to plant in Malanje in June
June marks the peak of the dry season (Cacimbo) in Malanje, with virtually no rainfall (0.2 mm) and mild, comfortable temperatures averaging 20.9°C. The cool, dry nights (t_min 13.8°C) combined with warm daytime sun provide excellent conditions for establishing cool-season vegetables and starting warm-season crops in protected seedbeds as temperatures begin to rise in August and September.
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Cabbage
Sow in seedbeds for transplanting later. Mild winter temperatures are ideal for brassica development.
Carrot
Sow directly into deeply cultivated, loose soil. Keep the topsoil damp until germination.
Onion
Sow in seedbeds. These will mature as days begin to lengthen slightly later in the year.
Lettuce
Sow in succession every two weeks for a continuous harvest. Provide light afternoon shade if possible.
Radish
Sow directly into the ground. Excellent companion crop between slower-growing vegetables.
Swiss Chard
Sow directly or in seedbeds. Very resilient to temperature fluctuations.
Tomato
Sow in protected indoor seedbeds (semillero) now. August and September temperatures rise significantly (t_avg up to 22.6°C, t_min up to 16.3°C), making this the perfect time to raise seedlings indoors for safe transplanting in August.
Sweet Pepper
Sow in protected indoor seedbeds (semillero) to protect young plants from cool winter nights (13.8°C) before transplanting outdoors in August when nights warm up to over 14°C.
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Broccoli
Transplant established seedlings directly into compost-enriched soil. Space plants 45cm apart.
Kale
Transplant seedlings into well-draining soil. Mulch around the base to preserve soil moisture.
Tasks
Monthly tasks
Apply a thick layer of organic mulch (straw or dry grass) around all cultivated plants to conserve soil moisture and regulate soil temperature. Since rainfall is virtually non-existent (0.2 mm), prioritize weeding to eliminate competition for scarce water resources. Keep a close eye on aphids, which thrive in dry weather, and wash them off with a gentle spray of water.