When should I plant Gira-sol in Zone 6a?

Start Gira-sol seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 9.

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 Gira-sol in Zone 6a?

Yes. Gira-sol needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🌻 Growing Gira-sol in Zone 6a

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Zona6a

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita90 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Gira-sol in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

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

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Gira-sol seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 9

First harvest approximately Jul 9 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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