When should I plant Auringonkukka in Zone 8a?

Start Auringonkukka seeds indoors around Mar 15. Transplant outdoors after Apr 12. Expect first harvest around Jun 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Auringonkukka in Zone 8a?

Yes. Auringonkukka needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.

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🌻 Growing Auringonkukka in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Auringonkukka. Viimeinen halla: Apr 5. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 15Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 päivää) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 8x)

Vyöhyke8a

Viimeinen hallaApr 5

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 28

Kausi206 päivää

Sato90 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Auringonkukka in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 15

Start Auringonkukka seeds indoors around Mar 15 (3 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 12

Transplant Auringonkukka seedlings outdoors after Apr 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 16

First harvest approximately Jun 16 (~65 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

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