When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 6a?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 28. Expect first harvest around Jun 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 6a?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Garlic Chives. Viimeinen halla: Apr 28. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 päivää)

Vyöhyke6a

Viimeinen hallaApr 28

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 8

Kausi163 päivää

Sato75 päivää

Aurinkofull-to-part

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 28

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Apr 28. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 12

First harvest approximately Jun 12 (~45 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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