When should I plant Espinac in Zone 8b?

Direct sow Espinac outdoors around Feb 8. Expect first harvest around Mar 20.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Espinac in Zone 8b?

Yes. Espinac needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 13 successions.

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🍃 Growing Espinac in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Espinac. Darrera gelada: Mar 22. Primera gelada: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 8Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 13x)

Zona8b

Darrera geladaMar 22

Primera geladaNov 10

Temporada233 dies

Collita40 dies

SolMitja Ombra

When to Plant Espinac in Zone 8b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 8

Direct sow Espinac seeds outdoors around Feb 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 9/m² (10cm espaiat).

Harvest: Mar 20

First harvest approximately Mar 20 (~40 dies from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10). Espinac can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 29

For a fall harvest, plant Espinac around Sep 29 (6 weeks before first frost).

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