What Vegetables To Grow Each Month In India: Complete Calendar

What You’ll Learn in This Blog
Which vegetables grow best each month in India, clearly broken down for North and South climates
The easiest, fastest-harvesting vegetables for balconies and small urban spaces
How to avoid seed failure by matching crops to real monthly grow cycles, not just seasons
Which vegetables need the least effort, the least sun, and the smallest pots
How to plan your year if you only have 3–5 pots and limited time
Smart micro tips for watering, sunlight, and space that actually work in apartments

If you live in an apartment, have a balcony or terrace, and want fresh sabzi with minimum effort, this month-wise vegetable planting calendar is built exactly for you.
Most guides stop at the season.

This one goes further — month by month, North vs South India, balcony-friendly, and low-maintenance.

Because urban reality is simple:

• Space is limited
• Time is limited
• Effort must stay low

Let’s grow smart 

Why Month-Wise Vegetable Planting Matters In India (North Vs South + Urban Homes)

India’s climate isn’t one-size-fits-all.

What grows beautifully in Bangalore in February may struggle in Delhi the same month. Add balconies, partial sunlight, pots, and busy schedules — and timing becomes everything.

A month-wise vegetable planting calendar helps you:

• Avoid seed failure
• Reduce watering stress
• Choose crops that actually thrive in pots
• Get faster harvests with less effort

For urban homes, especially balconies, the right month = 80% success. This calendar is based on real grow cycles, not theory.

At Urvann, we call this turning every urban home into a mini-forest — one smart plant choice at a time.

India’s 3 Growing Windows: Winter, Summer & Monsoon (Rabi–Zaid–Kharif)

Understanding India’s growing windows explains why the monthly calendar works.

Winter (Rabi): October – February

Best for:

• Leafy greens
• Roots
• Cool-weather vegetables

Summer (Zaid): March – June

Best for:

• Heat-tolerant vegetables
• Gourds
• Okra, beans

Monsoon (Kharif): June – September

Best for:

• Fast climbers
• Moisture-loving crops
• Tomatoes, gourds, cucumbers

Balcony rule: Leafy + fast growers win in all three seasons.

Month-Wise Vegetable Growing Calendar (India)

Month	North India (Balcony-Friendly)	South India (Balcony-Friendly)	Fastest Harvest Pick	Sun Needed	Ideal Pot Size
January	Spinach, Methi, Lettuce, Radish	Spinach, Amaranthus, Coriander	Spinach (25–30 days)	Partial to full	6–8 inch
February	Tomato, Peas, Beetroot, Lettuce	Okra, Chilli, Spinach	Radish (25–30 days)	Full	8–10 inch
March	Bottle Gourd, Cucumber, Okra	Amaranthus, Cucumber, Okra	Amaranthus (25 days)	Full	8–12 inch
April	Capsicum, Okra, Cluster Beans	Tomato, Chilli, Okra	Okra	Full	10–12 inch
May	Brinjal, Chilli, Green Onion	Okra, Chilli, Onion	Green Onion	Partial	6–8 inch
June	Tomato, Brinjal, Gourds	Tomato, Gourds, Okra	Cucumber	Full	10–14 inch
July	Okra, Beans, Tomato	Okra, Beans, Cucumber	Beans	Full	8–10 inch
August	Carrot, Radish, Cauliflower*	Beans, Beetroot, Carrot	Radish	Partial to full	8–10 inch
September	Spinach, Methi, Peas	Spinach, Coriander, Lettuce	Methi	Partial	6–8 inch
October	Carrot, Beetroot, Lettuce	Spinach, Beans, Tomato	Lettuce	Partial	8 inch
November	Spinach, Radish, Peas	Spinach, Coriander, Beans	Spinach	Partial	6–8 inch
December	Methi, Spinach, Lettuce	Lettuce, Spinach, Tomato	Leafy Greens	Partial	6–8 inch

Cauliflower best started in nursery trays, then transplanted.

January: What Vegetables To Grow In January In India

North India: Best Vegetables To Sow/Plant (Balcony-Friendly)

• Spinach (पालक)
• Fenugreek (मेथी)
• Lettuce (सलाद)
• Radish (मूली)
• Spring Onion (हरी प्याज)

South India: Best Vegetables To Sow/Plant (Balcony-Friendly)

• Spinach
• Amaranthus (चौलाई)
• Coriander (धनिया)
• Tomato (टमाटर)
• Beans (फलियाँ)

This Month’s Easiest & Fastest Pick (Lowest Effort)

Spinach — harvest in 25–30 days, forgiving if watering is irregular.

Micro Tip for Balcony Gardeners

January sun is gentle — place pots where they get morning light, not all-day exposure.

February: What Vegetables To Grow In February In India

North India

• Tomato
• Peas (मटर)
• Beetroot (चुकंदर)
• Radish
• Lettuce

South India

• Okra (भिंडी)
• Chilli (मिर्च)
• Spinach
• Coriander
• Beans

Easiest & Fastest Pick

Radish — shallow roots, quick harvest, thrives in grow bags.

Micro Tip

Thin seedlings early. Crowded pots = weak growth.

March: What Vegetables To Grow In March In India

North India

• Bottle Gourd (लौकी)
• Cucumber (खीरा)
• Okra
• Beans

South India

• Amaranthus
• Cucumber
• Okra
• Coriander

Easiest & Fastest Pick

Amaranthus — heat-friendly, ready in under 30 days.

Micro Tip

Switch to daily light watering as temperatures rise.

April: What Vegetables To Grow In April In India

North India

• Capsicum (शिमला मिर्च)
• Okra
• Cluster Beans (क्लस्टर बीन्स)

South India

• Tomato
• Chilli
• Amaranthus
• Okra

Lowest Maintenance Pick

Okra — thrives in heat, minimal care once established.

 Micro Tip

Mulch pots with cocopeat to prevent moisture loss.

May: What Vegetables To Grow In May In India

North India

• Brinjal (बैंगन)
• Chilli
• Onion (प्याज)

(green harvest)

South India

• Okra
• Chilli
• Onion

Lowest Effort Pick

Green Onions — regrow even from kitchen scraps.

Micro Tip

Move pots away from the afternoon west sun.

June: What Vegetables To Grow In June In India (Monsoon Begins)

North & South India

• Tomato
• Brinjal
• Bottle Gourd
• Ridge Gourd (तोरई)
• Okra

Fastest in Rainy Season

Cucumber — loves humidity, climbs easily.

 Micro Tip

Ensure proper drainage — no water stagnation.

July: What Vegetables To Grow In July In India

North & South India

• Okra
• Cucumber
• Beans
• Tomato

Fast Grower

Beans — vertical growth saves space.

Micro Tip

Tie climbers early to balcony grills.

August: What Vegetables To Grow In August In India

North India

• Carrot (गाजर)
• Radish 
• Cauliflower (फूलगोभी)

(nursery trays)

South India

• Beans
• Beetroot
• Carrot

Easy Transition Crop

Radish — perfect bridge crop before winter.

Micro Tip

Shift from liquid feed to light compost.

September: What Vegetables To Grow In September In India

North India

• Spinach
• Methi
• Peas

South India

• Spinach
• Coriander
• Lettuce

Beginner-Friendly Pick

Methi — grows even in partial sunlight.

Micro Tip

Soak seeds overnight for faster germination.

October: What Vegetables To Grow In October In India

North India

• Carrot
• Beetroot
• Lettuce

South India

• Spinach
• Beans
• Tomato

Quickest Winter Crop

Lettuce — harvest leaves, not the whole plant.

 Micro Tip

Reduce watering frequency as temperatures drop.

November: What Vegetables To Grow In November In India

North India

• Spinach
• Radish
• Peas

South India

• Spinach
• Coriander
• Beans

Fast-Growing Winter Pick

Spinach — repeat harvest every 10–15 days.

Micro Tip

Protect pots from cold night winds.

December: What Vegetables To Grow In December In India

North India

• Methi
• Spinach
• Lettuce

South India

• Lettuce
• Spinach
• Tomato

Planning Hero

Leafy Greens — low effort, high yield.

Micro Tip

Protect pots from cold night winds.

The Urban Yield Hack: Plan by Days-to-Harvest + Effort Level

If you only have 3–5 pots, plant for speed, not variety.

Grows in 25–30 Days

• Spinach
• Methi
• Radish
• Amaranthus

Grows in 40 Days

• Lettuce
• Coriander
• Beans

Lowest Maintenance Vegetables

• Spinach
• Okra
• Green onions

This approach gives maximum harvest with minimum effort — perfect for balcony gardeners.

Downloadable Month-Wise Vegetable Calendar (North vs South India)

Want this entire vegetable planting calendar as a PDF?

✔ Month-wise
✔ North vs South split
✔ Balcony-friendly picks
✔ Fastest & easiest highlights

(Perfect to save, print, or pin near your plants!)

Quick Recap: Your Month-Wise Vegetable Plan + Start Today

• Follow the month, not just the season
• Choose pot-friendly, fast growers
• Leafy greens = safest bet year-round
• Less effort = more consistency

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FAQs: Month-Wise Vegetable Growing in India

1. Which vegetables grow in which month?

Vegetables grow best when matched to India’s climate: leafy greens in winter, gourds in summer, and fast climbers during the monsoon. A month-wise calendar ensures better germination and harvest, especially in pots.

2. Which vegetable grows in 1 month?

Spinach, methi, radish, and amaranthus can be harvested in 25–30 days, making them ideal for balconies and beginners.

3. What vegetables can grow in 30 days?

Spinach, coriander (leaf harvest), radish, and fenugreek grow quickly and need minimal care.

4. Which vegetables grow all year round?

Spinach, coriander, green onions, and okra can be grown almost year-round with basic care.

5. What vegetables should be planted together?

Spinach + coriander, tomato + basil, and beans + cucumber grow well together in pots.

6. What should not be grown near tomatoes?

Avoid planting tomatoes near cabbage, cauliflower, or fennel as they compete for nutrients.

7. How often should cucumbers be watered?

Cucumbers need daily watering in summer and alternate-day watering during the monsoon, ensuring good drainage.

8. Which vegetable does not need much sun?

Spinach, methi, and lettuce grow well in partial sunlight.

9. What is the easiest vegetable to grow for beginners?

Spinach — fast, forgiving, and productive in small pots.

10. What vegetables to grow in rainy, winter, and summer seasons?

• Rainy: cucumber, gourds, beans
• Winter: spinach, carrot, peas
• Summer: okra, brinjal, amaranthus