Climate at a Glance: Warm and predictable. No frost. Bangalore (1,000m altitude) is exceptionally mild — almost any plant thrives. Chennai is hotter and more humid. Kerala has high rainfall. Hyderabad is drier and ideal for flowering plants.
🌿 5 Tips for South India Gardeners
- Bangalore gardeners: grow almost everything on this list year-round — the climate is exceptional
- In Chennai, shade cloth (30%) during April–June prevents leaf scorch on foliage plants
- Kerala's natural humidity is outstanding for ferns, philodendron, pothos, and all tropical foliage
- Curry leaf and jasmine (mogra) grow year-round across all South Indian cities
- NE Monsoon (Tamil Nadu and Andhra, October–November) = another excellent sowing window
📅 Month-by-Month Calendar
🌱 Best Plants Here
Each card links to a full guide with state-specific advice for this region.
