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Seasonal guide
Africa / Ghana / North East

What to plant in North East in May

May in North East, Ghana, marks the transition into the main wet season, providing high humidity and warm temperatures conducive to rapid plant growth. Gardeners should focus on establishing staple crops that benefit from the reliable rainfall and warming soil conditions.

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Sowing

Recommended sowing

5 options
  • Maize

    Maize

    Direct sow in well-drained soil as rains become consistent.

  • Cowpea

    Direct sow; drought tolerant once established.

  • Okra

    Okra

    Direct sow; benefits from organic mulch.

  • Amaranth

    Amaranth

    Broadcast seeds in prepared beds.

  • Sweet Potato

    Sweet Potato

    Plant vine cuttings directly into mounds.

Seedlings

Seedlings

2 options
  • Tomato

    Tomato

    Transplant established seedlings during cooler evening hours.

  • Pepper

    Pepper

    Space plants 45cm apart to allow airflow.

Tasks

Monthly tasks

Prioritize weed management as rapid growth occurs with the onset of rains. Monitor for fungal diseases caused by high humidity and apply organic mulch to protect topsoil from erosion.