When should I plant Tilli in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Tilli outdoors around Mar 6. Expect first harvest around Apr 15.

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 Tilli in Zone 9a?

Yes. Tilli needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 9 successions.

Growing Tilli in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Tilli. Viimeinen halla: Mar 20. Ensimmäinen halla: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 päivää) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 9x)

Vyöhyke9a

Viimeinen hallaMar 20

Ensimmäinen hallaNov 12

Kausi237 päivää

Sato40 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Tilli in Zone 9a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 6

Direct sow Tilli seeds outdoors around Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein).

Harvest: Apr 15

First harvest approximately Apr 15 (~40 päivää from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

Fall Planting: Oct 1

For a fall harvest, plant Tilli around Oct 1 (6 weeks before first frost).

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