When should I plant Lehtikaali in Zone 9a?

Start Lehtikaali seeds indoors around Feb 6. Transplant outdoors after Feb 20. Expect first harvest around Apr 6.

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 Lehtikaali in Zone 9a?

Yes. Lehtikaali needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Lehtikaali in Zone 9a

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 päivää)

Vyöhyke9a

Viimeinen hallaMar 20

Ensimmäinen hallaNov 12

Kausi237 päivää

Sato60 päivää

AurinkoPuolivarjo

When to Plant Lehtikaali in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 6

Start Lehtikaali seeds indoors around Feb 6 (6 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 20

Transplant Lehtikaali seedlings outdoors after Feb 20. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 6

First harvest approximately Apr 6 (~45 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Lehtikaali can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 17

For a fall harvest, plant Lehtikaali around Sep 17 (8 weeks before first frost).

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