When should I plant שום in Zone 10a?

Direct sow שום outdoors around Jan 9. Harvest around Sep 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow שום in Zone 10a?

Yes. שום needs 240 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🧄 Growing שום in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. שום can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Feb 20. First frost: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 9Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 days)

Zone10a

Last FrostFeb 20

First FrostDec 1

Season284 days

Harvest240 days

SunFull Sun

When to Plant שום in Zone 10a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Jan 9

Direct sow שום seeds outdoors around Jan 9. Soil temperature should be at least 35°F. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).

Harvest: Sep 6

First harvest approximately Sep 6 (~240 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1). שום can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 20

For a fall harvest, plant שום around Oct 20 (6 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Roses✅ Fruit Trees✅ Strawberries✅ Beets✅ Peppers

❌ Beans❌ Peas❌ Sage

שום in Other Zones

2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

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