When should I plant Ηλίανθος in Zone 5b?

Start Ηλίανθος seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 9.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Ηλίανθος in Zone 5b?

Yes. Ηλίανθος needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🌻 Growing Ηλίανθος in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Ηλίανθος in this zone. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 28. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 ημέρες) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Ζώνη5b

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 28

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 8

Περίοδος163 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή90 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Ηλίανθος in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

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

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Ηλίανθος seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 9

First harvest approximately Jul 9 (~65 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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