What to plant in Valencia in May
May in Valencia, Spain, marks the full arrival of spring, with average temperatures well above 12°C and minimums exceeding 5°C. This period allows for a wide range of outdoor sowings and the preparation of warm-season crops in protected seedbeds as summer approaches. Gardeners can expect moderate rainfall and increasing sunlight, favoring robust plant growth.
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Sowing
Recommended sowing
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Lechuga
Direct sow outdoors. Ensure consistent moisture for tender leaves.
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Zanahoria
Direct sow in well-drained, stone-free soil. Thin seedlings for proper root development.
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Rábano
Direct sow. Harvest promptly to prevent woodiness.
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Judía Verde
Direct sow outdoors as soil temperatures are now consistently warm.
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Espinaca
Direct sow. Can bolt in very hot weather, so consistent moisture is key.
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Calabacín
Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray. Transplant outdoors in June when risk of any cooler nights has passed. (Anticipation Rule: June t_avg=24°C, t_min=19.8°C)
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Tomate
Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray. Transplant outdoors in June when risk of any cooler nights has passed. (Anticipation Rule: June t_avg=24°C, t_min=19.8°C)
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Pimiento
Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray. Transplant outdoors in June when risk of any cooler nights has passed. (Anticipation Rule: June t_avg=24°C, t_min=19.8°C)
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Berenjena
Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray. Transplant outdoors in June when risk of any cooler nights has passed. (Anticipation Rule: June t_avg=24°C, t_min=19.8°C)
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Melón
Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray. Transplant outdoors in June when risk of any cooler nights has passed. (Anticipation Rule: June t_avg=24°C, t_min=19.8°C)
Seedlings
Seedlings
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Lechuga
Transplant pre-grown seedlings outdoors for an earlier harvest.
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Cebolla
Transplant pre-grown onion sets or seedlings outdoors.
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Puerro
Transplant pre-grown seedlings outdoors. Plant deeply for long white stems.
Tasks
Monthly tasks
Monitor soil moisture closely as temperatures rise and rainfall, while present, may not be sufficient for all crops. Begin weeding regularly to prevent competition for nutrients and water. Support climbing plants like beans and peas. Fertilize established plants as they enter their main growth phase. Prepare beds for upcoming warm-season transplants by enriching the soil with compost.