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

Start Gira-sol seeds indoors around Mar 25. Transplant outdoors after Apr 22. Expect first harvest around Jun 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Gira-sol in Zone 6b?

Yes. Gira-sol needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

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🌻 Growing Gira-sol in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Gira-sol. Darrera gelada: Apr 15. Primera gelada: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 25Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dies) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 7x)

Zona6b

Darrera geladaApr 15

Primera geladaOct 22

Temporada190 dies

Collita90 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Gira-sol in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 25

Start Gira-sol seeds indoors around Mar 25 (3 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 22

Transplant Gira-sol seedlings outdoors after Apr 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 26

First harvest approximately Jun 26 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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