When should I plant Ceba in Zone 5b?

Start Ceba seeds indoors around Feb 17. Transplant outdoors after Mar 31. Expect first harvest around Jun 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

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

Can I grow Ceba in Zone 5b?

Yes. Ceba needs 110 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🧅 Growing Ceba in Zone 5b

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies)

Zona5b

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita110 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Ceba in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 17

Start Ceba seeds indoors around Feb 17 (10 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 31

Transplant Ceba seedlings outdoors after Mar 31. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 9/m² (10cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 19

First harvest approximately Jun 19 (~80 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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