When should I plant Rukola in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Rukola outdoors around Mar 8. Expect first harvest around Apr 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Rukola in Zone 8a?

Yes. Rukola needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

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🥗 Growing Rukola in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Rukola. Viimane öökülm: Apr 5. Esimene öökülm: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 8Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 päeva) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 12x)

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Viimane öökülmApr 5

Esimene öökülmOct 28

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Saak35 päeva

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When to Plant Rukola in Zone 8a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 8

Direct sow Rukola seeds outdoors around Mar 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm vahekaugus).

Harvest: Apr 12

First harvest approximately Apr 12 (~35 päeva from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

Fall Planting: Sep 23

For a fall harvest, plant Rukola around Sep 23 (5 weeks before first frost).

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