When should I plant Col in Zone 7a?

Start Col seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Mar 25. Expect first harvest around May 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7a is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Col in Zone 7a?

Yes. Col needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Col in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Col. Darrera gelada: Apr 15. Primera gelada: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dies)

Zona7a

Darrera geladaApr 15

Primera geladaOct 22

Temporada190 dies

Collita80 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Col in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Col seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 25

Transplant Col seedlings outdoors after Mar 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Fall Planting: Jul 30

For a fall harvest, plant Col around Jul 30 (12 weeks before first frost).

Plantació Companya

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