When should I plant Gira-sol in Zone 3a?

Start Gira-sol seeds indoors around May 1. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Aug 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Gira-sol in Zone 3a?

Yes. Gira-sol needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.

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🌻 Growing Gira-sol in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Gira-sol early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Darrera gelada: May 22. Primera gelada: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

May 1Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 1x)

Zona3a

Darrera geladaMay 22

Primera geladaSep 12

Temporada113 dies

Collita90 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Gira-sol in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: May 1

Start Gira-sol seeds indoors around May 1 (3 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Gira-sol seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 2

First harvest approximately Aug 2 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

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