What to Plant in Poush in Nepal: A Complete Guide

Poush's Growing Conditions

Poush (mid-December to mid-January) is when winter fully sets in, and frost begins in the hills. This month is more about harvesting and storage than new planting.

What to Plant in Poush

• Garlic: Last call for planting
• Broad beans: Still possible to plant
• Radish and spinach: In the Terai's milder winter, direct-sowing can continue

What to Harvest in Poush

• Cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, radish, and peas — this is peak vegetable harvest season across most of the country

Elevation Adjustments

• Terai: The milder winter still supports direct-sowing radish and spinach
• Mid-hills: This is peak harvest time for most vegetables
• High hills and mountains: Hard frost can damage tender vegetables — harvest them promptly

This Month's Most Common Mistake

Many farmers leave tender crops in the field a little longer, hoping for a bit more size. But a single hard frost can damage the whole crop overnight, wiping out that gain entirely. Harvest tender crops before hard frost hits, and start planning your spring tomato and chili nursery now — since it needs to start in Magh, ordering seed early makes a real difference.

Next Steps

For saving your own seed for next season, see our seed saving and storage guide. Look back at what to plant in Mangsir, or ahead to what to plant in Magh.