When should I plant Μπρόκολο in Zone 5b?

Start Μπρόκολο seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Μπρόκολο in Zone 5b?

Yes. Μπρόκολο needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥦 Growing Μπρόκολο in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Μπρόκολο in this zone. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 28. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 ημέρες)

Ζώνη5b

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 28

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 8

Περίοδος163 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή70 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Μπρόκολο in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Μπρόκολο seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Μπρόκολο seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 11

First harvest approximately Jul 11 (~60 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 16

For a fall harvest, plant Μπρόκολο around Jul 16 (12 weeks before first frost).

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