When should I plant Salat, Tom Thumb in Zone 3b?

Start Salat, Tom Thumb seeds indoors around Apr 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around May 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3b is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 22, giving a 130-day growing season.

Can I grow Salat, Tom Thumb in Zone 3b?

Yes. Salat, Tom Thumb needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🥬 Growing Salat, Tom Thumb in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Salat, Tom Thumb early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sidste frost: May 15. Første frost: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 3Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 dage) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Zone3b

Sidste frostMay 15

Første frostSep 22

Sæson130 dage

Høst50 dage

SolHalvskygge

When to Plant Salat, Tom Thumb in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 3

Start Salat, Tom Thumb seeds indoors around Apr 3 (6 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Salat, Tom Thumb seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~35 dage from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

Fall Planting: Jul 28

For a fall harvest, plant Salat, Tom Thumb around Jul 28 (8 weeks before first frost).

Samdyrkning

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