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

Are you a farmer from Sultanpur, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Akhand Nagar, Baldirai, Bhada, Bhadaiya, Dhanpatganj, Dostpur, Dubepur, Gosaniganj, Jaisinghpur, Kadipur, Kudwar, Kurebhar, Lambhua, Puredev, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Watermelon. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Paddy.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the peak of the Zaid (summer) season with hot, dry weather, requiring frequent irrigation for standing crops while farmers also prepare land and nurseries for the upcoming Kharif monsoon sowing. So your planning now will decide your profits in August–September.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Sultanpur 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: Sugarcane, mango, groundnut, and summer brinjal are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Rice, tomato, chilli, and cauliflower seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach, fenugreek, and amaranth sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Urad dal and sesame continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (May)

Rice Nursery: Prepare rice nurseries using varieties suitable for Sultanpur's climate. Ensure proper water management and nutrient supply for healthy seedlings.
✅ Benefit – Early nursery preparation ensures timely transplanting during the monsoon season.

Summer Vegetables: Continue sowing summer vegetables like okra (bhindi), cucumber, bottle gourd, bitter gourd, and pumpkin. Provide adequate irrigation.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables are well-suited to the May climate in Sultanpur and provide a good yield.

Pulses: Sow summer pulses like green gram (moong) and black gram (urad). Choose varieties that are resistant to common diseases and pests.
✅ Benefit – Pulses improve soil fertility and provide an additional source of income.

Sugarcane Planting: Continue sugarcane planting in May. Ensure proper spacing and irrigation for optimal growth.
✅ Benefit – Timely planting of sugarcane ensures good yield and sugar content.

Fodder Crops: Plant fodder crops like maize and sorghum to ensure sufficient feed for livestock during the summer months.
✅ Benefit – Adequate fodder availability is crucial for maintaining livestock health and productivity.

👉 By planning rice nurseries, summer vegetables, pulses, sugarcane planting, and fodder crops in May, farmers in Sultanpur can ensure a productive and profitable season.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Akhand Nagar Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are suitable for the May climate in Sultanpur.
  • Early sowing ensures good yield and market price.
    
• Advantage: Timely sowing leads to healthy crops and better income in Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Baldirai Block

• Sow now: Okra, Sponge Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cowpea
• Prepare Seedlings: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the hot and humid weather of Sultanpur in May.
  • Starting seedlings now allows for transplanting after the initial heat subsides.
    
• Advantage: Optimized planting schedule for maximum yield in Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Bhada Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cucumber, Watermelon
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables can tolerate the high temperatures in Sultanpur during May.
  • Preparing seedlings ensures they are ready for transplanting when conditions are favorable.
    
• Advantage: Heat-tolerant crops provide a reliable harvest in Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Bhadaiya Block

• Sow now: Okra, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin, Cluster Bean
• Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited to the soil and climate conditions of Sultanpur.
  • Starting seedlings now allows for a staggered planting schedule.
    
• Advantage: Diversified planting schedule ensures continuous supply of vegetables in Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Dhanpatganj Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Muskmelon
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are popular and have good market demand in Sultanpur.
  • Preparing seedlings provides a head start for the growing season.
    
• Advantage: High-demand vegetables ensure good returns for farmers in Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Dostpur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cowpea
• Prepare Seedlings: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are relatively easy to grow and maintain in Sultanpur.
  • Starting seedlings now ensures they are ready for transplanting at the optimal time.
    
• Advantage: Easy-to-grow crops provide a reliable source of income in Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Dubepur Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin, Watermelon
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the sandy loam soils of Dubepur, Sultanpur.
  • Preparing seedlings allows for better control over the growing environment.
    
• Advantage: Soil-specific crop selection leads to higher yields in Dubepur, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Gosaniganj Block

• Sow now: Okra, Ridge Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Cluster Bean
• Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are commonly grown in Gosaniganj, Sultanpur.
  • Starting seedlings now ensures a healthy and vigorous start for the plants.
    
• Advantage: Locally adapted crops ensure successful cultivation in Gosaniganj, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Jaisinghpur Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cucumber, Muskmelon
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are popular and have good market demand in Jaisinghpur, Sultanpur.
  • Preparing seedlings provides a head start for the growing season.
    
• Advantage: High-demand vegetables ensure good returns for farmers in Jaisinghpur, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Kadipur Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cowpea
• Prepare Seedlings: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited to the climate and soil conditions of Kadipur, Sultanpur.
  • Starting seedlings now allows for a staggered planting schedule.
    
• Advantage: Diversified planting schedule ensures continuous supply of vegetables in Kadipur, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Kudwar Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin, Watermelon
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables thrive in the sandy loam soils of Kudwar, Sultanpur.
  • Preparing seedlings allows for better control over the growing environment.
    
• Advantage: Soil-specific crop selection leads to higher yields in Kudwar, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Kurebhar Block

• Sow now: Okra, Sponge Gourd, Pumpkin, Cluster Bean
• Prepare Seedlings: Brinjal, Chilli
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are commonly grown in Kurebhar, Sultanpur.
  • Starting seedlings now ensures a healthy and vigorous start for the plants.
    
• Advantage: Locally adapted crops ensure successful cultivation in Kurebhar, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Lambhua Block

• Sow now: Bottle Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Cucumber, Muskmelon
• Prepare Seedlings: Tomato, Capsicum
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are popular and have good market demand in Lambhua, Sultanpur.
  • Preparing seedlings provides a head start for the growing season.
    
• Advantage: High-demand vegetables ensure good returns for farmers in Lambhua, Sultanpur.
  

🌾 Puredev Block

• Sow now: Okra, Bitter Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Cowpea
• Prepare Seedlings: Chilli, Brinjal
• How & Why:
  
  • These vegetables are well-suited to the climate and soil conditions of Puredev, Sultanpur.
  • Starting seedlings now allows for a staggered planting schedule.
    
• Advantage: Diversified planting schedule ensures continuous supply of vegetables in Puredev, Sultanpur.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Sultanpur, May)

• Okra: Fruit borer, Jassids, Whitefly
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Fruit fly, Red pumpkin beetle
  
• Leafy greens (if cultivated): Aphids, Leaf miners
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, Whitefly, Jassids
  
  

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 (Sultanpur, May)

• Give light and frequent irrigation every 2-4 days, as soil dries quickly in May's heat.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure good drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) strictly to save moisture and keep soil cool.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible, watering in early morning or late evening.
  

Conclusion

May in Sultanpur is all about smart planning:

• Finish harvesting of early summer cucurbits (like bottle gourd, ridge gourd) and continue picking okra.
  
• Direct sow quick-growing Amaranth (Chaulai) and other summer greens for continuous cash flow.
  
• Continue planting heat-tolerant vegetables like okra, cluster beans, and summer gourds for consistent production.
  
• Prepare nursery beds for early monsoon crops like brinjal, chilli, and early cauliflower/cabbage to be sown by month-end.
  
• Prioritize light, timely irrigation to combat heat stress and watch out for mites and fruit flies.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—focusing on resilient summer vegetables for consistent income, utilizing quick greens for cash flow, and preparing smartly for the upcoming monsoon—you’ll navigate the hot May season strong and set for a profitable harvest.