When should I plant ציפורן in Zone 12a?

Start ציפורן seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Jan 8. Expect first harvest around Feb 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow ציפורן in Zone 12a?

Yes. ציפורן needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🏵️ Growing ציפורן in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. ציפורן can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 1. כפור ראשון: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 ימים)

אזור12a

כפור אחרוןJan 1

כפור ראשוןDec 31

עונה364 ימים

קטיף50 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant ציפורן in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start ציפורן seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 8

Transplant ציפורן seedlings outdoors after Jan 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/מ² (15cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 12

First harvest approximately Feb 12 (~35 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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