When should I plant Tilli in Zone 8b?

Direct sow Tilli outdoors around Mar 8. Expect first harvest around Apr 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Tilli in Zone 8b?

Yes. Tilli needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 9 successions.

Growing Tilli in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Tilli. Viimeinen halla: Mar 22. Ensimmäinen halla: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 8Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 päivää) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 9x)

Vyöhyke8b

Viimeinen hallaMar 22

Ensimmäinen hallaNov 10

Kausi233 päivää

Sato40 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Tilli in Zone 8b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 8

Direct sow Tilli seeds outdoors around Mar 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein).

Harvest: Apr 17

First harvest approximately Apr 17 (~40 päivää from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

Fall Planting: Sep 29

For a fall harvest, plant Tilli around Sep 29 (6 weeks before first frost).

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