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Seasonal guide
Европа / Испания / Galicia

What to plant in Galicia in May

May in Galicia offers moderate temperatures and reliable rainfall, marking the transition to full-scale gardening. The current climate conditions allow for the direct sowing of diverse vegetables and the final transition of warm-season crops into the garden.

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Sowing

Recommended sowing

8 options
  • Carrots

    Carrots

    Sow directly in well-drained, loose soil.

  • Lettuce

    Lettuce

    Successive sowings every 2 weeks.

  • Radish

    Radish

    Ready to harvest in 4 weeks.

  • Zucchini

    Zucchini

    Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray for transplanting later.

  • Tomato

    Tomato

    Sow in protected seedbed / indoor tray to ensure establishment.

  • Swiss Chard

    Swiss Chard

    Thrives in Galicia's temperate spring.

  • Green Beans

    Green Beans

    Sow once soil warms significantly.

  • Onions

    Onions

    Ensure good drainage in heavy soils.

Seedlings

Seedlings

3 options
  • Cabbage

    Cabbage

    Protect from late spring pests.

  • Leeks

    Leeks

    Plant in deep trenches.

  • Pepper

    Pepper

    Only transplant if night temps are consistently above 10°C.

Tasks

Monthly tasks

Focus on weed control as warmer weather stimulates growth. Monitor for slugs and snails common in moist Galician springs, and ensure proper staking for taller crops like tomatoes.