When should I plant Κέιλ in Zone 4a?

Start Κέιλ seeds indoors around Mar 24. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around May 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Κέιλ in Zone 4a?

Yes. Κέιλ needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Κέιλ in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Κέιλ in this zone. Τελευταίος παγετός: May 5. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 24Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 ημέρες)

Ζώνη4a

Τελευταίος παγετόςMay 5

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 1

Περίοδος149 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή60 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΜερικός Ήλιος / Μερική Σκιά

When to Plant Κέιλ in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 24

Start Κέιλ seeds indoors around Mar 24 (6 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 7

Transplant Κέιλ seedlings outdoors after Apr 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 22

First harvest approximately May 22 (~45 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1). Κέιλ can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Aug 6

For a fall harvest, plant Κέιλ around Aug 6 (8 weeks before first frost).

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