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

Are you a farmer from Lalitpur, up (UP)? In May, in blocks like Bar, Birdha, Jakhaura, Lalitpur, Madawara, Mehroni, Pali, Talbehat, the usual standing or harvest-ready crops are Okra, Cucumber, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd, Pumpkin. Some farmers are preparing nursery beds for Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage.

In many areas, fresh leafy crops like Amaranth, Coriander, Spinach are also being sown. This is the Zaid season, a hot and dry period before the monsoons, making regular irrigation crucial for maintaining soil moisture. So your planning now will decide your profits in July–August.

We have prepared a farmer’s guide for Lalitpur 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, tomatoes, brinjal, and cucurbits are still in the fields, ready for harvest.
  
• Nursery beds: Chilli, tomato, 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 Lalitpur 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, beans, cucumber, pumpkin, bitter gourd, and bottle gourd.
✅ Benefit – These vegetables thrive in warm weather and provide a good yield.

Nursery preparation (for later transplanting):
Prepare nurseries for cauliflower (early varieties) and cabbage (early varieties).
✅ Benefit – Allows for timely transplanting and ensures a longer growing season.

Transplanting (nursery → main field):
Transplant tomato, chili, and brinjal seedlings that were prepared in April.
✅ Benefit – Gives the plants a head start and ensures a good harvest before the monsoon.

Climbing vegetables (if irrigation available):
Sow seeds or transplant seedlings of bottle gourd, ridge gourd, sponge gourd, and snake gourd.
✅ Benefit – Maximize land use and provide a continuous supply of vegetables.

Maize (for green cobs and fodder):
Sow maize for green cobs and fodder, ensuring sufficient irrigation.
✅ Benefit – Provides additional income and fodder for livestock.

👉 In this way, by planning direct sowing, nurseries, transplanting, and selecting suitable crops in May, Lalitpur farmers can increase their income.

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

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Block-Wise Recommendations (Detailed)

🌾 Bar Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cucumber, pumpkin, okra
• Transplant: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
• These vegetables thrive in warm weather and provide good yield in May.
• Ensure proper irrigation to combat the summer heat.
• Advantage: High demand for summer vegetables in the market.

🌾 Birdha Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon, summer squash
• Transplant: Tomato, capsicum
• How & Why:
• Watermelon and muskmelon are ideal for sandy soil and hot climate.
• Early tomato and capsicum transplanting avoids monsoon-related diseases.
• Advantage: Good returns due to high market demand during summer.

🌾 Jakhaura Block

• Sow now: Okra, cluster bean, cowpea
• Transplant: Chili, brinjal
• How & Why:
• Okra and beans grow well in well-drained soil.
• Chili and brinjal seedlings benefit from the warmer temperatures.
• Advantage: These crops are relatively low maintenance during the summer months.

🌾 Lalitpur Block

• Sow now: Cucumber, ridge gourd, sponge gourd
• Transplant: Tomato (early varieties)
• How & Why:
• Gourds are well-suited for the Lalitpur's climate and soil.
• Early tomato varieties can be planted to catch the early market.
• Advantage: Potential for good profits with proper care and irrigation.

🌾 Madawara Block

• Sow now: Pumpkin, bottle gourd, bitter gourd
• Transplant: Brinjal, chili
• How & Why:
• These vegetables are well-adapted to the local climate.
• Provide adequate water during the hot summer days.
• Advantage: Reliable yields with proper irrigation and pest management.

🌾 Mehroni Block

• Sow now: Okra, cluster bean, cowpea
• Transplant: Tomato, chili
• How & Why:
• Legumes like cluster bean and cowpea improve soil fertility.
• Ensure proper spacing for optimal growth of tomato and chili.
• Advantage: Legumes can enhance soil health for subsequent crops.

🌾 Pali Block

• Sow now: Watermelon, muskmelon
• Transplant: Brinjal
• How & Why:
• Sandy loam soil is ideal for watermelon and muskmelon cultivation.
• Brinjal benefits from the warm temperature for growth.
• Advantage: High demand for these fruits during the summer season.

🌾 Talbehat Block

• Sow now: Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, sponge gourd
• Transplant: Chili
• How & Why:
• Gourds require support structures for proper growth.
• Chili thrives in the warm and humid conditions of May.
• Advantage: Good yield potential with proper training and irrigation.

Pest Watch & Irrigation Tips

Key pests to watch

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

Simple actions:

• Scout fields daily; check undersides of leaves and new growth.
  
• Remove and destroy infested fruits/leaves immediately.
  
• Use yellow sticky traps for sucking pests and pheromone traps for borers.
  
• Keep fields clean of weeds; they can host pests.
  
• Follow label-recommended sprays only when needed; rotate sprays to avoid resistance.
  
  

Irrigation

• Irrigate every 2-4 days, depending on soil type and crop, due to high heat in Lalitpur; check soil moisture before watering.
  
• Water in early morning or late evening to minimize evaporation losses.
  
• Use mulching (dry leaves/straw/plastic) to conserve moisture and keep soil cool.
  
• Prefer drip or furrow irrigation for all vegetables to save water and apply it efficiently.
  

Conclusion

May in Lalitpur is all about smart heat management:

• Continue harvesting summer vegetables like Lauki, Tori, and Bhindi for regular income.
  
• Sow new rounds of heat-tolerant greens like Chaulai (Amaranth) and Lobia (Cowpea) for quick cash.
  
• Ensure regular and deep irrigation, especially in morning/evening, and use mulching to save water.
  
• Protect young plants from scorching sun with light shade or proper spacing.
  
• Watch out for sucking pests and fruit borers; take timely action to prevent crop damage.
  
  

If you manage these key tasks—continuous harvesting, smart watering, and timely pest management—you'll ensure steady income through May, keeping your farm productive even in the heat, and ready for the monsoon.