Vegetables to grow in february in Ayodhya up | Block-Wise Vegetable Guide

Are you a farmer from Ayodhya, up (UP)? In February, in blocks like Amaniganj, Bikapur, Faizabad, Hariangtonganj, Masodha, Mayabazar, Milkipur, Pura Bazar, Rudauli, Sohawal, Tarun, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Potato, Mustard, Peas, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Carrot. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Capsicum, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Spinach, Coriander, Amaranth are also being sown. This is the end of the Rabi season and the beginning of Zaid season preparations, so maintaining soil moisture with light irrigation is very important for good yields. So your planning now will decide your profits in April–May.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Ayodhya district for the month of February. 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 February according to your area.

What fields typically look like early february

• Standing/harvest crops: Sugarcane, mustard, potato, and tomato are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Brinjal, chilli, cauliflower, and onion seedlings are being raised for timely transplanting.
  
• Fresh leafy crops: Spinach (palak), fenugreek (methi), and coriander (dhaniya) sowing has started, ensuring early availability of greens.
  
• Pulses/cash crops: Lentil (masoor) and mustard continue in suitable areas.
  
  

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

What to start now (February)

Direct sowing (seeds directly in the field):
Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, and Pumpkin.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables thrive in warm weather and provide early yields.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for Chili, Tomato, and Brinjal for the summer season.
✅ Benefit – Ensures timely availability of seedlings for transplanting after the last frost.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant early Tomato, Chili, and Brinjal seedlings in Ayodhya if the weather permits, providing protection from frost.
✅ Benefit – Early transplanting leads to early harvests and higher market prices.

Planting Sugarcane:
February is an ideal time to plant sugarcane in Ayodhya.
✅ Benefit – Allows the crop to establish well before the monsoon season.

Irrigation and Weed Control:
Ensure proper irrigation for existing crops and manage weeds to prevent competition for nutrients.
✅ Benefit – Maximizes yield and quality of crops.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, sugarcane planting, and irrigation in February, farmers in Ayodhya can increase their income.

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

Block-Wise Snapshot (Quick View)

 

Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Amaniganj Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea
• Fertilize: Wheat (Urea top-dressing)
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard benefits from timely sowing for best yields.
  • Potatoes require proper spacing and irrigation.
• Advantage: Ensures optimal crop growth and yields in Ayodhya's February climate.
  

🌾 Bikapur Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea, Barley
• Manage: Monitor for aphid infestation in lentils.
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentils and chickpeas thrive in cooler temperatures.
  • Early aphid control prevents significant yield loss.
• Advantage: Protects pulse crops and maximizes yield potential.
  

🌾 Faizabad Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
• Irrigate: Ensure adequate moisture for root development.
• How & Why:
  
  • Root crops need consistent moisture for proper sizing.
  • February provides ideal conditions for root crop growth.
• Advantage: Provides nutritious vegetables and supplements income.
  

🌾 Hariangtonganj Block

• Sow now: Onion seedlings
• Prepare: Land for summer vegetables (melons, gourds).
• How & Why:
  
  • Onion seedlings need time to establish before summer heat.
  • Early land preparation saves time and resources later.
• Advantage: Ensures timely availability of summer vegetables.
  

🌾 Masodha Block

• Sow now: Garlic, Fenugreek (Methi)
• Fertilize: Apply nitrogen to leafy vegetables.
• How & Why:
  
  • Garlic benefits from early planting for bulb development.
  • Nitrogen boosts leafy growth in methi and spinach.
• Advantage: Enhances vegetable quality and yield.
  

🌾 Mayabazar Block

• Sow now: Coriander (Dhania), Spinach (Palak)
• Protect: Young plants from frost.
• How & Why:
  
  • Quick-growing greens provide early income.
  • Frost protection is crucial for young seedlings.
• Advantage: Safeguards against weather-related losses and provides early returns.
  

🌾 Milkipur Block

• Sow now: Sugarcane (early planting)
• Weed: Control weeds in existing Rabi crops.
• How & Why:
  
  • Early sugarcane planting maximizes growing season.
  • Weed control reduces competition for resources.
• Advantage: Optimizes sugarcane yield and improves overall crop health.
  

🌾 Pura Bazar Block

• Sow now: Mustard, Potato, Pea
• Fertilize: Wheat (Urea top-dressing)
• How & Why:
  
  • Mustard benefits from timely sowing for best yields.
  • Potatoes require proper spacing and irrigation.
• Advantage: Ensures optimal crop growth and yields in Ayodhya's February climate.
  

🌾 Rudauli Block

• Sow now: Lentil, Chickpea, Barley
• Manage: Monitor for aphid infestation in lentils.
• How & Why:
  
  • Lentils and chickpeas thrive in cooler temperatures.
  • Early aphid control prevents significant yield loss.
• Advantage: Protects pulse crops and maximizes yield potential.
  

🌾 Sohawal Block

• Sow now: Radish, Carrot, Turnip
• Irrigate: Ensure adequate moisture for root development.
• How & Why:
  
  • Root crops need consistent moisture for proper sizing.
  • February provides ideal conditions for root crop growth.
• Advantage: Provides nutritious vegetables and supplements income.
  

🌾 Tarun Block

• Sow now: Onion seedlings
• Prepare: Land for summer vegetables (melons, gourds).
• How & Why:
  
  • Onion seedlings need time to establish before summer heat.
  • Early land preparation saves time and resources later.
• Advantage: Ensures timely availability of summer vegetables.
  

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch (Ayodhya, Feb)

• Okra: Fruit borer, whitefly (for early sown crops)
  
• Cucurbits (gourds/cucumber): Powdery mildew, fruit fly
  
• Leafy greens: Aphids, cutworm
  
• Tomato/Brinjal: Fruit borer, shoot borer
  
  

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 (Ayodhya, Feb)

• Give light irrigation every 7–10 days (soil-moisture based), as days get warmer.
  
• Avoid water stagnation in nurseries; ensure proper drainage.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic where feasible) to save moisture and reduce weeds.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for gourds and tomato where possible, for water efficiency.
  

Conclusion

February in Ayodhya is all about smart planning:

• Finish harvesting late winter crops like peas, cabbage, and cauliflower.
  
• Sow quick-growing leafy greens like spinach and coriander for early market.
  
• Prepare beds and sow early summer vegetables like bottle gourd, sponge gourd, and cucumber.
  
• Transplant nursery-raised brinjal, chili, and early tomato seedlings.
  
• Monitor for pests and diseases, and provide timely, light irrigation as temperatures rise.
  
  

If you follow these steps block-wise—timely clearing of winter fields, early greens for cash flow, and setting up summer crops for future stability and premium prices—you’ll ensure a strong start to the new growing season.