Introduction: Our Data, Your Choice
Welcome to The Missing But Crucial Notes—the unique value section drawn directly from our two decades of work with over 1000 diverse rooftops, some of which have been continuously operating for 15−20 years. This is our highly granular, on-the-ground experience.
We present this data in a matter-of-fact style, confident in its success rate. This is your proven starting point. You are, of course, free to start your journey completely from scratch, but our data represents a massive head start earned through real-world trial and error.
Fun Nugget: The Jaipur winter season (Oct–Dec) is the rooftop farmer's holiday! The mild, sunny days and cool nights create a perfect, extended growing window. We call this the "Golden Window," where failures drop to their annual minimum. The secret is that these temperate conditions allow plants to focus all their energy on leaf and root production, rather than battling heat stress.
What to Grow: The Winter Sowing List
The Oct-Dec period is ideal for crops that thrive on cool temperatures and short days. Focus on maximizing fast-growing greens and efficient root crops.
| Crop Category | Recommended Crops | Why They Thrive Now |
| Leafy Greens | Spinach (Palak), Fenugreek (Methi), Coriander (Dhania), Lettuce, Amaranth. | They grow dense, slow to bolt, and are at their peak sweetness and texture. |
| Root Crops | Radish (Red/White), Carrot (Red/Orange), Beetroot. | The mild weather prevents them from becoming woody or excessively bitter, encouraging perfect taproot formation. |
| Cruciferous/Cabbage Family | Cabbage, Cauliflower, Broccoli (slow). | The cool weather provides the "chill" factor needed for proper head/floret formation. Start these early in October. |
| Pulse/Pea Family | Peas (Matar), Broad Beans (Fava). | These are cool-season annuals that must be sown in this window to produce pods during the peak winter months. |
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Fun Fact Nugget (The Radish Rule)
From our 20 years of experience: During the Dec-Jan peak winter in Jaipur, we have consistently found that Radishes sown in early November give the fastest and most satisfying returns. They can go from seed to edible root in as little as 4 weeks! Plan your sowing in small batches every week during this window—it's the ultimate low-effort win.
