When should I plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 8b?

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse outdoors around 8 فبراير. Expect first harvest around 25 مارس.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is 22 مارس. The first fall frost averages 10 نوفمبر, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Shepherd's Purse in Zone 8b?

Yes. Shepherd's Purse needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

زراعة Shepherd's Purse في المنطقة 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Shepherd's Purse. آخر صقيع: 22 مارس. أول صقيع: 10 نوفمبر.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

8 فبراير10 نوفمبر

Season: 22 مارس – 10 نوفمبر (233 يوم)

المنطقة8b

آخر صقيع22 مارس

أول صقيع10 نوفمبر

الموسم233 يوم

الحصاد45 يوم

الشمسfull-to-part

When to Plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 8b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: 8 فبراير

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse seeds outdoors around 8 فبراير. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 16/م² (8cm تباعد).

Harvest: 25 مارس

First harvest approximately 25 مارس (~45 يوم from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (10 نوفمبر). Shepherd's Purse can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: 15 سبتمبر

For a fall harvest, plant Shepherd's Purse around 15 سبتمبر (8 weeks before first frost).

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