When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11a?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Dec 3. Transplant outdoors after Jan 28. Expect first harvest around Mar 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 11a?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Garlic Chives can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Τελευταίος παγετός: Jan 28. Πρώτος παγετός: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 3Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 ημέρες)

Ζώνη11a

Τελευταίος παγετόςJan 28

Πρώτος παγετόςDec 22

Περίοδος328 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή75 ημέρες

Ήλιοςfull-to-part

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 3

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Dec 3 (8 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 28

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Jan 28. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/μ² (15cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 14

First harvest approximately Mar 14 (~45 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Συντροφική Φύτευση

✅ Καρότο ✅ Ντομάτα✅ Pepper

❌ Bean❌ Αρακάς

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