What vegetables are best to plant in March?

March is the middle of spring. The weather is getting warmer and everything is full of vitality. It is a good time to grow vegetables . So what vegetables are best to plant in March? Let’s learn more about it below.

1. Lettuce

Lettuce likes cool weather and is not resistant to cold or heat. The temperature for growing lettuce should be kept at around 15-20℃. March is usually a good time to sow lettuce. Its rapid growth and high yield make it an ideal choice for early spring planting.

2. Tomatoes

March to May is the peak period for spring planting of tomatoes. Moreover, tomatoes do not have high requirements for soil. They only need to be planted in loose soil with good drainage and air permeability, deep and fertile soil rich in humus.

3. Cucumber

Cucumbers can generally be sown and seedled in early March, which takes about 40 days. When the temperature stabilizes at 12-15℃ in April, transplanting and planting can begin. It is recommended to choose varieties with more fruits and better taste.

4. Carrots

Carrots planted in March are all spring-sown carrots. When selecting seeds, be sure to choose medium-to-early maturing varieties that have late bolting, strong heat resistance, good variety, and short growth period. After planting, pay attention to fertilizer and water management to fully ensure the nutrient needs of carrots.

5. Amaranth

March is the best time to sow amaranth. Amaranth planted at this time will sprout late and be tender in quality. Since amaranth seeds are small, they can generally be sown directly during planting. Rake the soil finely during sowing. Do not cover the soil after sowing (lightly press the soil instead of covering it with soil) or cover it with a thin layer of soil, and then water the soil thoroughly.

6. Spinach

The best time to plant spinach is when the temperature rises above 5 degrees Celsius in spring. March is the best time to plant and the seeds can be harvested 30-50 days after planting. In order to ensure high yield, it is recommended to plant varieties with late bolting and large leaves.

7. French beans

Green beans are mainly planted in spring and autumn, from February to April and from August to September respectively. The suitable temperature for its growth is 15-30℃. When cultivating in early spring, care should be taken to avoid the effects of low temperatures. It is best to choose varieties that are cold-resistant, disease-resistant and have high yields.

8. Leek

The best time to plant leeks is in spring from March to April. The temperature is suitable at this time, the seed germination rate is high after sowing, and the seedlings emerge evenly. Before sowing, the seeds are usually germinated at a temperature of about 20°C, and can be sown after they turn white 2-3 days later.

In general, there are still many types of vegetables suitable for planting in March, but the planting environment conditions vary from place to place. When choosing types of vegetables to plant, we must adapt to local conditions.