When should I plant שום in Zone 11b?

Direct sow שום outdoors around Dec 4. Harvest around Aug 1.

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 שום in Zone 11b?

Yes. שום needs 240 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🧄 Growing שום in Zone 11b

Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. שום can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 15. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 days)

Zone11b

Last FrostJan 15

First FrostDec 31

Season350 days

Harvest240 days

SunFull Sun

When to Plant שום in Zone 11b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Dec 4

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

Harvest: Aug 1

First harvest approximately Aug 1 (~240 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31). שום can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Nov 19

For a fall harvest, plant שום around Nov 19 (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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