When should I plant קייל in Zone 1b?

Start קייל seeds indoors around Apr 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 27. Expect first harvest around Jun 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1b is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow קייל in Zone 1b?

Yes. קייל needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 1b has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing קייל in Zone 1b

Zone 1b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start קייל early indoors to maximize your harvest window. כפור אחרון: May 25. כפור ראשון: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 13Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 ימים)

אזור1b

כפור אחרוןMay 25

כפור ראשוןAug 28

עונה95 ימים

קטיף60 ימים

שמשצל חלקי

When to Plant קייל in Zone 1b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start קייל seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 27

Transplant קייל seedlings outdoors after Apr 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/מ² (30cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 11

First harvest approximately Jun 11 (~45 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28). קייל can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Jul 3

For a fall harvest, plant קייל around Jul 3 (8 weeks before first frost).

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