When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 6b?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Feb 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 15. Expect first harvest around May 30.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 6b?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Garlic Chives. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 15. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 ημέρες)

Ζώνη6b

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 15

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 22

Περίοδος190 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή75 ημέρες

Ήλιοςfull-to-part

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 18

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Feb 18 (8 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 15

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

Harvest: May 30

First harvest approximately May 30 (~45 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Συντροφική Φύτευση

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