When should I plant Rúcola in Zone 5a?

Direct sow Rúcola outdoors around Mar 31. Expect first harvest around May 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Yes. Rúcola needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 9 successions.

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Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Rúcola in this zone. Darrera gelada: Apr 28. Primera gelada: Oct 8.

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Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 9x)

Zona5a

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita35 dies

SolMitja Ombra

Direct sow Rúcola seeds outdoors around Mar 31. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm espaiat).

First harvest approximately May 5 (~35 dies from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

For a fall harvest, plant Rúcola around Sep 3 (5 weeks before first frost).

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