When should I plant Dild in Zone 3a?

Direct sow Dild outdoors around May 8. Expect first harvest around Jun 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Dild in Zone 3a?

Yes. Dild needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 3 successions.

Growing Dild in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Dild early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sidste frost: May 22. Første frost: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

May 8Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dage) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 3x)

Zone3a

Sidste frostMay 22

Første frostSep 12

Sæson113 dage

Høst40 dage

SolFuld Sol

When to Plant Dild in Zone 3a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: May 8

Direct sow Dild seeds outdoors around May 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand).

Harvest: Jun 17

First harvest approximately Jun 17 (~40 dage from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Fall Planting: Aug 1

For a fall harvest, plant Dild around Aug 1 (6 weeks before first frost).

Samdyrkning

✅ Kål ✅ Salat✅ Løg✅ Majs✅ Agurker

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Dild in Other Zones

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