When should I plant Tilli in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Tilli outdoors around Mar 22. Expect first harvest around May 1.

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 Tilli in Zone 8a?

Yes. Tilli needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

Growing Tilli in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Tilli. Viimeinen halla: Apr 5. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 päivää) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 7x)

Vyöhyke8a

Viimeinen hallaApr 5

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 28

Kausi206 päivää

Sato40 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Tilli in Zone 8a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 22

Direct sow Tilli seeds outdoors around Mar 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein).

Harvest: May 1

First harvest approximately May 1 (~40 päivää from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

Fall Planting: Sep 16

For a fall harvest, plant Tilli around Sep 16 (6 weeks before first frost).

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