When should I plant Samettikukka in Zone 9b?

Start Samettikukka seeds indoors around Jan 27. Transplant outdoors after Mar 17. Expect first harvest around Apr 21.

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 Samettikukka in Zone 9b?

Yes. Samettikukka needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🏵️ Growing Samettikukka in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Samettikukka. 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

Sato50 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Samettikukka in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 27

Start Samettikukka seeds indoors around Jan 27 (6 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 17

Transplant Samettikukka seedlings outdoors after Mar 17. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 21

First harvest approximately Apr 21 (~35 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

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