When should I plant Espinac in Zone 9b?

Direct sow Espinac outdoors around Jan 27. Expect first harvest around Mar 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Espinac in Zone 9b?

Yes. Espinac needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

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🍃 Growing Espinac in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Espinac. Darrera gelada: Mar 10. Primera gelada: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 27Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 15x)

Zona9b

Darrera geladaMar 10

Primera geladaNov 15

Temporada250 dies

Collita40 dies

SolMitja Ombra

When to Plant Espinac in Zone 9b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Jan 27

Direct sow Espinac seeds outdoors around Jan 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 9/m² (10cm espaiat).

Harvest: Mar 8

First harvest approximately Mar 8 (~40 dies from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15). Espinac can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 4

For a fall harvest, plant Espinac around Oct 4 (6 weeks before first frost).

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