Hey young gardeners! Are you ready to grow some amazing plants this year? 🌿 This guide will take you month-by-month, helping you know exactly what Indoor plants in Pakistan to grow different seasons. Whether you want vegetables, fruits, or flowers, we’ll cover it all, and keep it simple so you can grow a garden that blooms all year long!
1- Chet (14 March-13 April)
- Weather: Warmer days and cool nights. Plants are super happy in this weather.
- What to Plant: Time to plant tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers. If you’re up for it, try growing gourds (like pumpkin) – they love the warm spring weather!
- Care Tip: Watch for pests that might want to nibble on your plants. Spray them with a gentle water mist to keep bugs away.
2- Vaisakhi (14 April- 14 May)
- Weather: Getting hotter, especially in southern areas.
- What to Plant: Okra, cucumbers, and chilies are all great choices for the warm weather.
- Flowers: Try growing zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers. These flowers love the sun and add color to any garden.
- Care Tip: Water your plants in the early morning or late evening. This helps them stay hydrated without losing water to the hot sun.
3- Jeth (15 May-14 June)
- Weather: Very hot in most places. Plants need plenty of water.
- What to Harvest: You can start picking some cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
- Flowers: Zinnias and sunflowers continue to bloom beautifully. Deadhead (remove) dried flowers to encourage more blooms.
- Care Tip: To keep the soil cool, add a layer of mulch (like dried leaves or straw) around the base of each plant.
4- Harh (15 June-15 July)
- Weather: Super hot! Temperatures can reach their highest, especially in the south.
- What to Plant: Okra and chilies can still be grown; they’re tough and can handle the heat.
- Care Tip: Make sure your plants get plenty of water. Water deeply to reach the roots, and check that your pots or garden beds have good drainage so roots don’t sit in water.
5- Sawan (16 July-15 August)
- Weather: It’s monsoon season, which means rain and lots of it!
- What to Plant: Leafy greens like spinach and beans are great for this weather.
- Flowers: Rain lilies and hibiscus love the rain and will grow happily.
- Care Tip: Check your plants often to make sure they’re not getting too much water. Too much moisture can cause the roots to rot, so ensure there’s good drainage.
6- Bhadon (16 August-14 September)
- Weather: Still rainy in many areas, with cooler temperatures.
- What to Plant: Lettuce, spinach, and beans continue to thrive.
- Flowers: Hibiscus and rain lilies are still going strong.
- Care Tip: Humid weather means more pests, so keep an eye on your plants. Remove any damaged or diseased leaves to keep plants healthy.
7- Assu (15 September-14 October)
- Weather: The rain has mostly stopped, and the temperatures are getting cooler.
- What to Plant: Start planting carrots, radishes, and turnips – they love the cooler weather.
- Flowers: Begin sowing winter flowers like marigold and calendula.
- Care Tip: Add compost or natural fertilizer to the soil to keep it rich in nutrients for these new plants.
8- Kattak (15 October-13 November)
- Weather: It’s cool and comfortable, making it one of the best months for gardening.
- What to Plant: Carrots, peas, spinach, and beets are all great choices.
- Flowers: Marigolds and pansies are perfect for the winter.
- Care Tip: Make sure to water your plants in the morning so they can soak up what they need before it gets too cool at night.
9- Magghar (14 November-13 December)
- Weather: Cool and dry, which is great for winter vegetables.
- What to Plant: Continue growing winter veggies like spinach, cabbage, and lettuce.
- Fruits: Citrus fruits like oranges, kinnow (a type of orange), and lemons are ready to pick.
- Care Tip: Add a light layer of mulch to keep the roots warm as temperatures drop.
10- Poh (14 December-12 January)
- Weather: Cold, especially in the northern regions.
- What to Plant: Keep growing winter vegetables like lettuce, carrots, spinach, and cabbage.
- Flowers: Winter flowers like pansies and marigolds keep blooming in the cool weather.
- Care Tip: Cover plants if you live in a very cold area to keep them safe from frost. You can also bring potted plants indoors on extra cold nights.
11- Magh (13 January-11 February)
- Weather: It’s chilly, especially in northern areas.
- What to Plant: Spinach, carrots, radishes, peas, and cauliflower.
- Flowers: Try some pretty pansies and petunias – they’ll brighten up any space!
- Care Tip: Protect your plants from frost (extra cold nights) by covering them with a light cloth or newspaper. This keeps them cozy and safe!
12- Phagon (12 February-13 March)
- Weather: Still cool, but the frost is slowly fading away.
- What to Plant: Start with tomatoes and chilies indoors. They like warmth to sprout.
- Flowers: You can plant marigold, pansy, and petunia seeds for beautiful spring blooms.
- Care Tip: Make sure the soil is just a little damp, but don’t flood your plants with too much water.
And there you have it! The Ultimate Desi Month Guide for Growing Plants in Pakistan 🌱 By following these care tips, you’ll have a garden full of veggies, fruits, and flowers all year round. Have fun, and remember, plants need love, water, and a bit of care to grow happy and healthy.
