When should I plant Sàlvia in Zone 6a?

Start Sàlvia seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 21. Expect first harvest around Jun 20.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Sàlvia in Zone 6a?

Yes. Sàlvia needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Sàlvia in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Sàlvia. Darrera gelada: Apr 28. Primera gelada: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies)

Zona6a

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita75 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Sàlvia in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Sàlvia seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 21

Transplant Sàlvia seedlings outdoors after Apr 21. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 20

First harvest approximately Jun 20 (~60 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Sàlvia can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Plantació Companya

✅ Bròquil ✅ Coliflor ✅ Col✅ Pastanagues✅ Romaní

❌ Cogombres❌ Ruda

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