August represents the peak of summer in Portugal. The gardens are in full production, offering a wide array of fruits and vegetables.
Understanding August in Portugal:
This month can be very hot! Especially in central and southern regions, requiring careful water management and plant care.
Harvesting and Maintenance:
It’s time to reap the rewards of your hard work. Harvest summer crops and maintain watering schedules.
August Planting Guide:
North Portugal: Begin sowing autumn crops like kale and carrots. Harvest potatoes and summer fruits.
Central Portugal: Continue with the grape harvest. Start planting crops for the cooler months.
South Portugal (Algarve): Focus on late-summer vegetables and start preparing for autumn planting.
Soil Care and Preparation:
Begin preparing beds for autumn. Add compost to replenish nutrients after the heavy summer harvest.
August is a bountiful month in Portugal’s gardening calendar. It’s a time of harvesting, enjoying, and beginning the transition towards autumn.
