What vegetables are suitable to grow in April?

What vegetables are suitable to grow in April?

The climate in April is warm and the light intensity is not high, which is suitable for growing vegetables that like warm environment. The vegetables grown include Chinese cabbage, watercress, mustard, okra, summer celery, etc. The melons grown include late cucumber, alpine cucumber, melon, winter squash, etc. The beans grown include late edamame, alpine edamame, late cowpea, dwarf cowpea, etc. Other vegetables that can be grown include ginger and konjac.

1. Chinese cabbage

Chinese cabbage is suitable for planting in April. It is a seasonal vegetable. Due to its short growth cycle, it almost does not require large-scale fertilization during the entire growth cycle. Therefore, it is necessary to apply farmyard manure when sowing. After spreading it on the soil surface, the soil should be shallowly turned to ensure that the soil and fertilizer are evenly mixed.

2. Watercress

Watercress is suitable for planting in April. It likes a warm, sunny environment and is suitable for planting in loose, fertile and well-drained soil. It can be germinated before sowing to increase the germination rate. After sowing, cover it with plastic film and uncover it after germination.

3. Cucumber

Cucumber is suitable for planting in April, generally using the direct seeding method. The suitable temperature for germination is between 28-30 degrees. Cover with 1-2 cm of soil after sowing. It will germinate in about 5 days. Thin out the seedlings when the first true leaf grows. Thin out the seedlings after 3-4 true leaves grow.

4. Cowpea

Cowpea is suitable for planting in April. Before sowing, you should choose a flat terrain with sufficient sunlight, good drainage and good air permeability. Loosen the soil before sowing to facilitate the growth of cowpea. If the soil fertility is insufficient, you can apply some base fertilizer.

5. Mustard

Mustard is suitable for planting in April. To improve the quality and yield, you need to choose suitable soil before sowing. It is best to plant it in sandy loam with high fertility, good ventilation, loose soil, good drainage and irrigation capacity, and slightly more humus.