When should I plant Espinac in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Espinac outdoors around Feb 6. Expect first harvest around Mar 18.

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 Espinac in Zone 9a?

Yes. Espinac needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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🍃 Growing Espinac in Zone 9a

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

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 14x)

Zona9a

Darrera geladaMar 20

Primera geladaNov 12

Temporada237 dies

Collita40 dies

SolMitja Ombra

When to Plant Espinac in Zone 9a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 6

Direct sow Espinac seeds outdoors around Feb 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 9/m² (10cm espaiat).

Harvest: Mar 18

First harvest approximately Mar 18 (~40 dies from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Espinac can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 1

For a fall harvest, plant Espinac around Oct 1 (6 weeks before first frost).

Plantació Companya

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