When should I plant קייל in Zone 11a?

Start קייל seeds indoors around Dec 17. Transplant outdoors after Dec 31. Expect first harvest around Feb 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow קייל in Zone 11a?

Yes. קייל needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing קייל in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. קייל can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 28. כפור ראשון: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 17Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 ימים)

אזור11a

כפור אחרוןJan 28

כפור ראשוןDec 22

עונה328 ימים

קטיף60 ימים

שמשצל חלקי

When to Plant קייל in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 17

Start קייל seeds indoors around Dec 17 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 31

Transplant קייל seedlings outdoors after Dec 31. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/מ² (30cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 14

First harvest approximately Feb 14 (~45 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22). קייל can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 27

For a fall harvest, plant קייל around Oct 27 (8 weeks before first frost).

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