When should I plant Ηλίανθος in Zone 3a?

Start Ηλίανθος seeds indoors around May 1. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Aug 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Ηλίανθος in Zone 3a?

Yes. Ηλίανθος needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.

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🌻 Growing Ηλίανθος in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Ηλίανθος early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Τελευταίος παγετός: May 22. Πρώτος παγετός: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

May 1Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 ημέρες) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 1x)

Ζώνη3a

Τελευταίος παγετόςMay 22

Πρώτος παγετόςSep 12

Περίοδος113 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή90 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Ηλίανθος in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: May 1

Start Ηλίανθος seeds indoors around May 1 (3 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Ηλίανθος seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 2

First harvest approximately Aug 2 (~65 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

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