When should I plant Lehtikaali in Zone 9b?

Start Lehtikaali seeds indoors around Jan 27. Transplant outdoors after Feb 10. Expect first harvest around Mar 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Lehtikaali in Zone 9b?

Yes. Lehtikaali needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Lehtikaali in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Lehtikaali. Viimeinen halla: Mar 10. Ensimmäinen halla: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 27Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 päivää)

Vyöhyke9b

Viimeinen hallaMar 10

Ensimmäinen hallaNov 15

Kausi250 päivää

Sato60 päivää

AurinkoPuolivarjo

When to Plant Lehtikaali in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 27

Start Lehtikaali seeds indoors around Jan 27 (6 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 10

Transplant Lehtikaali seedlings outdoors after Feb 10. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 27

First harvest approximately Mar 27 (~45 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15). Lehtikaali can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 20

For a fall harvest, plant Lehtikaali around Sep 20 (8 weeks before first frost).

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