When should I plant Espígol in Zone 9a?

Start Espígol seeds indoors around Jan 9. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around Jun 25.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Espígol in Zone 9a?

Yes. Espígol needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🟣 Growing Espígol in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Espígol. Darrera gelada: Mar 20. Primera gelada: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 9Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dies)

Zona9a

Darrera geladaMar 20

Primera geladaNov 12

Temporada237 dies

Collita100 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Espígol in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 9

Start Espígol seeds indoors around Jan 9 (10 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27

Transplant Espígol seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 25

First harvest approximately Jun 25 (~90 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Espígol can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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