When should I plant Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a?

Start Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around May 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 Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a?

Yes. Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.

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🥬 Growing Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson. Viimeinen halla: Apr 28. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 päivää) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 8x)

Vyöhyke6a

Viimeinen hallaApr 28

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 8

Kausi163 päivää

Sato45 päivää

AurinkoPuolivarjo

When to Plant Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 7

Transplant Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson seedlings outdoors after Apr 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 12

First harvest approximately May 12 (~35 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Aug 13

For a fall harvest, plant Salaatti, Black Seeded Simpson around Aug 13 (8 weeks before first frost).

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