Vegetables to grow in may in Jhansi up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Jhansi, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Babina, Bamaur, Bangra, Chirgaon, Garautha, Gursarai, Jhansi, Mauranipur, Moth, Sakrar, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Muskmelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, early Cauliflower, Paddy.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, summer Spinach are also being sown. This is the Zaid season, a hot and dry pre-monsoon period where soil moisture is low, making regular irrigation critical for crop survival. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Jhansi district for the month of May. This guide explains:

• Which crops should be sown now,
• Which crops should be raised in nurseries and when to transplant them,
• Which seeds can be sown directly without nurseries, and
• When nursery plants should be transplanted if they are ready.

You will get this information block-wise in the guide so you can easily decide what to do in May according to your area.

What fields typically look like early may

• Standing/harvest crops: Okra, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, and cucumber are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Tomato, chilli, brinjal, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and coriander sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad and groundnut continue in suitable areas.
  
  

👉 Overall, in early may, fields in Jhansi show a mix of standing vegetables, nurseries, new leafy sowings, and pulse/cash crops.

What to start now (May)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra (Bhindi), Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Pumpkin, Beans, Maize, Sesame (Til).
✅ Benefit – Capitalize on monsoon arrival for successful germination and growth.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for early Kharif vegetables like Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal. Ensure proper seed treatment to prevent disease.
✅ Benefit – Healthy seedlings ready for transplanting as soon as the monsoon establishes.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
If irrigation is available, transplant early rice seedlings. Also, transplant cucurbit seedlings like cucumber and bottle gourd that were raised in polybags.

Intercropping:
Consider intercropping legumes like cowpea or green gram with maize or other Kharif crops.
✅ Benefit – Enhances soil fertility and provides additional income.

Land preparation:
Prepare fields for the main Kharif crops like paddy, pulses, and oilseeds by plowing and leveling.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely sowing with the onset of monsoon rains.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, intercropping and land preparation in May, Jhansi farmers can increase their income.

Let’s Start in May – Crop + Method + Advantage

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Babina Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Chili, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for the summer season and can tolerate high temperatures.
  • Prepare chili and brinjal nurseries now for transplanting in the next month.
    
• Advantage: Good yield and market price during off-season.
  

🌾 Bamaur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Cowpea
• Transplant: Amaranthus (Chaulai)
• How & Why:
  
  • Okra and cluster bean are drought-resistant and suitable for this region.
  • Amaranthus can be transplanted for a quick yield of leafy greens.
    
• Advantage: Suitable for rain-fed areas with less irrigation facilities.
  

🌾 Bangra Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Muskmelon, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato
• How & Why:
  
  • These cucurbits thrive in the sandy soil of Bangra block.
  • Start tomato nursery for the next season.
    
• Advantage: Good market demand for cucurbits during summer.
  

🌾 Chirgaon Block

• Sow now: Bitter Gourd, Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are popular in the local market and give good returns.
  • Transplant brinjal seedlings for a good yield.
    
• Advantage: High demand in local markets ensures good price.
  

🌾 Garautha Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cowpea, Cluster Bean
• Prepare Nursery: Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • These crops are suitable for the arid climate of Garautha.
  • Prepare chili nursery for transplanting after the monsoon.
    
• Advantage: Drought-resistant crops ensure some yield even in dry conditions.
  

🌾 Gursarai Block

• Sow now: Okra, Sponge Gourd, Bitter Gourd
• Transplant: Amaranthus
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are quick-growing and fetch good prices.
  • Amaranthus is a good source of nutrition and can be harvested quickly.
    
• Advantage: Quick income and nutritional security.
  

🌾 Jhansi Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Tomato, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These summer vegetables can be grown with irrigation.
  • Prepare nurseries for the next season.
    
• Advantage: High yield potential with proper irrigation.
  

🌾 Mauranipur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Cluster Bean, Cowpea
• Transplant: Amaranthus
• How & Why:
  
  • Suitable for rain-fed agriculture.
  • Amaranthus provides quick leafy greens.
    
• Advantage: Good for marginal farmers with limited resources.
  

🌾 Moth Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, Muskmelon, Cucumber
• Prepare Nursery: Chili
• How & Why:
  
  • Sandy loam soil is ideal for cucurbits.
  • Chili nursery should be started for the next planting.
    
• Advantage: High returns from watermelon and muskmelon.
  

🌾 Sakrar Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are popular and have good market demand.
  • Transplant brinjal seedlings for a good yield.
    
• Advantage: Reliable income from local markets.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Jhansi - May)

• Okra: Jassids, Whitefly, Fruit borer
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Whitefly, Mites, Fruit borer
  
• Chilli: Thrips, Mites, Whitefly
  
  

Simple actions:

• Scout twice a week. Check undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves.
  
• Use pheromone traps for fruit/borer insects and keep fields clean of weeds.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation (Jhansi - May)

• Give regular, light irrigation (every 2-3 days or as needed, based on soil moisture and crop type).
  
• Water early morning or late evening to reduce evaporation; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) especially now to save moisture, keep soil cool, and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for all vegetables where possible to save water.
  

Conclusion

May in Jhansi is all about managing summer heat and preparing for monsoon:

• Keep harvesting summer vegetables like Bhindi, Lauki, and Gourds regularly for the market.
  
• Focus on efficient, timely irrigation, preferably during cooler morning or evening hours.
  
• Use mulching (like straw or dry leaves) to conserve soil moisture and protect roots from extreme heat.
  
• Stay alert for common summer pests like jassids and mites; take quick, targeted action if infestations occur.
  
• Begin preparing fields after current harvest for early Kharif (monsoon) vegetable sowings.
  
  

If you manage water efficiently, protect your plants from heat and pests, and wisely prepare for the monsoon, you’ll secure your summer earnings and be ready for a profitable next season.