When should I plant Espígol in Zone 8a?

Start Espígol seeds indoors around Jan 25. Transplant outdoors after Apr 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Espígol in Zone 8a?

Yes. Espígol needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🟣 Growing Espígol in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Espígol. Darrera gelada: Apr 5. Primera gelada: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 25Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 dies)

Zona8a

Darrera geladaApr 5

Primera geladaOct 28

Temporada206 dies

Collita100 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Espígol in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 25

Start Espígol seeds indoors around Jan 25 (10 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 12

Transplant Espígol seedlings outdoors after Apr 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 11

First harvest approximately Jul 11 (~90 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28). Espígol can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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