When should I plant Bladbede in Zone 9a?

Start Bladbede seeds indoors around Feb 20. Transplant outdoors after Mar 6. Expect first harvest around Apr 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Bladbede in Zone 9a?

Yes. Bladbede needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Bladbede in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Bladbede. Sidste frost: Mar 20. Første frost: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 20Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dage)

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Sidste frostMar 20

Første frostNov 12

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When to Plant Bladbede in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 20

Start Bladbede seeds indoors around Feb 20 (4 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Bladbede seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 15

First harvest approximately Apr 15 (~40 dage from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

Fall Planting: Sep 17

For a fall harvest, plant Bladbede around Sep 17 (8 weeks before first frost).

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