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Seasonal guide
Asia / China / Chongqing

What to plant in Chongqing in July

July in Chongqing presents a challenging, hot and humid climate with average temperatures reaching 29.1°C and significant precipitation. Gardeners should focus on heat-tolerant crops and managing high moisture levels to prevent fungal diseases while preparing for the transition into late summer and autumn.

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Sowing

Recommended sowing

6 options
  • Amaranth

    Amaranth

    Direct sow in well-drained soil.

  • Water Spinach (Kangkong)

    Direct sow in moist, fertile beds.

  • Yardlong Bean

    Direct sow, provide trellis support.

  • Okra

    Okra

    Direct sow, soak seeds before planting.

  • Malabar Spinach

    Malabar Spinach

    Direct sow, provide trellis.

  • Cucumber

    Cucumber

    Direct sow, requires trellis.

Seedlings

Seedlings

2 options
  • Eggplant

    Eggplant

    Transplant established seedlings in the evening to reduce transplant shock.

  • Sweet Potato

    Sweet Potato

    Transplant slips into mounded soil.

Tasks

Monthly tasks

Prioritize weed control, as high heat and rain stimulate rapid growth. Apply organic mulch to maintain soil temperature and moisture levels, and monitor plants closely for pests like aphids and spider mites which thrive in these conditions.