When should I plant Bleda in Zone 9b?

Start Bleda seeds indoors around Feb 10. Transplant outdoors after Feb 24. Expect first harvest around Apr 5.

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 Bleda in Zone 9b?

Yes. Bleda needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Bleda in Zone 9b

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 10Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 dies)

Zona9b

Darrera geladaMar 10

Primera geladaNov 15

Temporada250 dies

Collita55 dies

SolMitja Ombra

When to Plant Bleda in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 10

Start Bleda seeds indoors around Feb 10 (4 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 24

Transplant Bleda seedlings outdoors after Feb 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 5

First harvest approximately Apr 5 (~40 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

Fall Planting: Sep 20

For a fall harvest, plant Bleda around Sep 20 (8 weeks before first frost).

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