When should I plant Κέιλ in Zone 9a?

Start Κέιλ seeds indoors around Feb 6. Transplant outdoors after Feb 20. Expect first harvest around Apr 6.

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 Κέιλ in Zone 9a?

Yes. Κέιλ needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Κέιλ in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Κέιλ. Τελευταίος παγετός: Mar 20. Πρώτος παγετός: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 ημέρες)

Ζώνη9a

Τελευταίος παγετόςMar 20

Πρώτος παγετόςNov 12

Περίοδος237 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή60 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΜερικός Ήλιος / Μερική Σκιά

When to Plant Κέιλ in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 6

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

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 20

Transplant Κέιλ seedlings outdoors after Feb 20. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 6

First harvest approximately Apr 6 (~45 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Κέιλ can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 17

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

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