🌱 Vegetable Seed Sowing Calendar for South India 🌱
A comprehensive guide for optimal planting times in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
“`🌧️ Southwest Monsoon Season (June – September)
| Vegetable | Sowing Time | Harvesting Time | Growing Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato | June – August | September – December | 80-100 days |
| Brinjal (Eggplant) | June – August | September – January | 100-130 days |
| Okra (Lady’s Finger) | June – August | August – November | 45-60 days |
| Cucumber | June – August | August – October | 50-65 days |
| Snake Gourd | June – August | August – November | 60-80 days |
| Ridge Gourd | June – August | August – November | 55-70 days |
| Bitter Gourd | June – August | September – November | 80-95 days |
| Bottle Gourd | June – August | August – October | 55-75 days |
| Chilli | June – August | October – January | 120-150 days |
| Cluster Beans (Gavar) | June – August | August – October | 60-90 days |
| Cowpea | June – August | August – October | 60-80 days |
| Lab Lab Bean (Avarekai) | June – August | September – December | 90-120 days |
🌾 Northeast Monsoon/Post-Monsoon Season (October – January)
| Vegetable | Sowing Time | Harvesting Time | Growing Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato | October – December | January – March | 80-100 days |
| Brinjal (Eggplant) | October – December | January – April | 100-130 days |
| Bhindi (Okra) | October – December | December – February | 45-60 days |
| Beans (French/Bush) | October – December | December – February | 55-75 days |
| Cabbage | October – November | January – February | 80-100 days |
| Cauliflower | October – November | January – February | 80-100 days |
| Carrot | October – December | January – March | 80-100 days |
| Beetroot | October – December | January – March | 60-80 days |
| Radish | October – January | December – March | 30-40 days |
| Knol-Khol (Kohlrabi) | October – December | December – February | 50-70 days |
| Spinach (Palak) | October – January | December – March | 40-50 days |
| Amaranth (Arai Keerai) | October – January | November – February | 30-45 days |
| Coriander (Kothamalli) | October – January | December – March | 40-55 days |
| Fenugreek (Methi/Venthayam) | October – January | December – March | 30-45 days |
| Onion (Big) | October – November | March – May | 140-160 days |
| Capsicum (Bell Pepper) | October – December | January – March | 90-110 days |
☀️ Summer Season (February – May)
| Vegetable | Sowing Time | Harvesting Time | Growing Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cucumber | February – March | April – June | 50-65 days |
| Bottle Gourd | February – March | April – June | 55-75 days |
| Ridge Gourd | February – March | April – June | 55-70 days |
| Snake Gourd | February – March | April – June | 60-80 days |
| Bitter Gourd | February – March | May – July | 80-95 days |
| Okra | February – April | April – July | 45-60 days |
| Pumpkin | February – March | May – July | 90-110 days |
| Ash Gourd (White Pumpkin) | February – March | May – July | 100-120 days |
| Watermelon | February – March | May – June | 80-95 days |
| Muskmelon | February – March | May – June | 75-90 days |
| Amaranth (Mulai Keerai) | February – May | March – June | 30-45 days |
| Drumstick (Moringa) | February – March | Perennial – 6-8 months | Perennial |
| Cowpea | February – April | April – June | 60-80 days |
| Cluster Beans | February – April | April – June | 60-90 days |
🌿 Year-Round Vegetables (Suitable for South Indian Climate)
| Vegetable | Sowing Time | Harvesting Time | Growing Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Leaves (Kariveppilai) | Throughout the year | Continuous harvest | Perennial |
| Mint (Pudina) | Throughout the year | Continuous harvest | 30-40 days |
| Amaranth (Arai Keerai) | Throughout the year | 30-40 days after sowing | 30-40 days |
| Basil (Tulsi/Thulasi) | Throughout the year | Continuous harvest | 60-90 days |
| Chilli (Small varieties) | Throughout the year | 90-120 days after sowing | 90-120 days |
| Malabar Spinach (Pasalai Keerai) | Throughout the year | Continuous harvest | 70-85 days |
| Spring Onion | Throughout the year | 60-75 days after sowing | 60-75 days |
📝 Important Notes:
- Climate Variation: Sowing times may vary by 2-4 weeks depending on your specific region (North, South, East, West, or Central India).
- Temperature: Most vegetables prefer temperatures between 20-30°C for optimal growth.
- Soil Preparation: Ensure well-drained, fertile soil with proper organic matter content.
- Watering: Regular watering is essential, especially during germination and early growth stages.
- Seedling Transplant: Some crops like tomato, brinjal, chilli, and cauliflower are first grown in nurseries and then transplanted.
- Local Varieties: Choose varieties suited to your local climate and soil conditions.
- Pest Management: Monitor regularly for pests and diseases, and use integrated pest management practices.