When should I plant Chinese Broccoli in Zone 11b?

Start Chinese Broccoli seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 29. Expect first harvest around Mar 30.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11b is Jan 15. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 350-day growing season.

Can I grow Chinese Broccoli in Zone 11b?

Yes. Chinese Broccoli needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Chinese Broccoli in Zone 11b

Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. Chinese Broccoli can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 15. כפור ראשון: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 ימים)

אזור11b

כפור אחרוןJan 15

כפור ראשוןDec 31

עונה350 ימים

קטיף60 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Chinese Broccoli in Zone 11b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Chinese Broccoli seeds indoors around Dec 4 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 29

Transplant Chinese Broccoli seedlings outdoors after Jan 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/מ² (15cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 30

First harvest approximately Mar 30 (~60 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Oct 8

For a fall harvest, plant Chinese Broccoli around Oct 8 (12 weeks before first frost).

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