What to Plant in Mangsir in Nepal: A Complete Guide

Mangsir's Growing Conditions

Mangsir (mid-November to mid-December) is steadily cooling, and dry. Crops planted in Kartik use this month to build strong roots.

What to Plant in Mangsir

• Garlic and onion: Planting can continue
• Spinach and mustard greens: The last good window for winter greens

What to Harvest in Mangsir

• Late rice harvest
• The first cauliflower and cabbage from Kartik transplants start becoming ready

Elevation Adjustments

• Terai: Milder winter still allows some direct-sowing of leafy greens to continue a while longer
• Mid-hills: A good time to mulch root crops like carrot and radish to retain soil warmth
• High hills and mountains: Frost may have already started — focus on caring for existing crops rather than new plantings

This Month's Most Common Mistake

Many farmers forget to mulch root crops like carrot and radish. As temperatures keep dropping, soil cools quickly, which can cause uneven growth and weaker germination in root vegetables. A mulch layer holds soil warmth and helps root crops develop evenly.

Next Steps

For a full winter vegetable planting guide, see our winter vegetable planting guide. Look back at what to plant in Kartik, or ahead to what to plant in Poush.