When should I plant Lillkapsas in Zone 8a?

Start Lillkapsas seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Mar 22. Expect first harvest around May 21.

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 Lillkapsas in Zone 8a?

Yes. Lillkapsas needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥦 Growing Lillkapsas in Zone 8a

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

Planting Calendar

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Harvest

Feb 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 päeva)

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When to Plant Lillkapsas in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Lillkapsas seeds indoors around Feb 22 (6 nädalat enne viimast külma). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 22

Transplant Lillkapsas seedlings outdoors after Mar 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm vahekaugus). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 21

First harvest approximately May 21 (~60 päeva from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

Fall Planting: Aug 5

For a fall harvest, plant Lillkapsas around Aug 5 (12 weeks before first frost).

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