When should I plant Kål in Zone 4a?

Start Kål seeds indoors around Mar 24. Transplant outdoors after Apr 14. Expect first harvest around Jun 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Kål in Zone 4a?

Yes. Kål needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Kål in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Kål in this zone. Sidste frost: May 5. Første frost: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 24Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 dage)

Zone4a

Sidste frostMay 5

Første frostOct 1

Sæson149 dage

Høst80 dage

SolFuld Sol

When to Plant Kål in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 24

Start Kål seeds indoors around Mar 24 (6 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 14

Transplant Kål seedlings outdoors after Apr 14. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 18

First harvest approximately Jun 18 (~65 dage from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1).

Fall Planting: Jul 9

For a fall harvest, plant Kål around Jul 9 (12 weeks before first frost).

Samdyrkning

✅ Kartofler✅ Mynte ✅ Dild✅ Løg✅ Selleri

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