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Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Belgian Endive early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sidste frost: May 15. Første frost: Sep 15.

Season Too Short

Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest, but Zone 2a has only a 123-day growing season. Consider short-season varieties or season extension techniques.

Zone2a
Sidste frostMay 15
Første frostSep 15
Sæson123 dage
Høst150 dage
SolHalvskygge

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 3

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Apr 3 (6 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 1

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after May 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 5

First harvest approximately Jun 5 (~35 dage from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15).

Fall Planting: Jul 28

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Jul 28 (7 weeks before first frost).

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