When should I plant Rukola in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Rukola outdoors around Feb 20. Expect first harvest around Mar 27.

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 Rukola in Zone 9a?

Yes. Rukola needs 35 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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🥗 Growing Rukola in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Rukola. Viimane öökülm: Mar 20. Esimene öökülm: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 20Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 päeva) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 14x)

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Viimane öökülmMar 20

Esimene öökülmNov 12

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Saak35 päeva

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When to Plant Rukola in Zone 9a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 20

Direct sow Rukola seeds outdoors around Feb 20. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm vahekaugus).

Harvest: Mar 27

First harvest approximately Mar 27 (~35 päeva from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

Fall Planting: Oct 8

For a fall harvest, plant Rukola around Oct 8 (5 weeks before first frost).

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