When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 12b?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Dec 18. Expect first harvest around Jan 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 12b?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Belgian Endive can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 1. כפור ראשון: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 ימים) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 15x)

אזור12b

כפור אחרוןJan 1

כפור ראשוןDec 31

עונה364 ימים

קטיף150 ימים

שמשצל חלקי

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 18

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after Dec 18. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/מ² (15cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jan 22

First harvest approximately Jan 22 (~35 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Nov 12

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Nov 12 (7 weeks before first frost).

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