When should I plant בצל in Zone 3b?

Start בצל seeds indoors around Mar 6. Transplant outdoors after Apr 17. Expect first harvest around Jul 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3b is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 22, giving a 130-day growing season.

Can I grow בצל in Zone 3b?

Yes. בצל needs 110 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🧅 Growing בצל in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start בצל early indoors to maximize your harvest window. כפור אחרון: May 15. כפור ראשון: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 ימים)

אזור3b

כפור אחרוןMay 15

כפור ראשוןSep 22

עונה130 ימים

קטיף110 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant בצל in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6

Start בצל seeds indoors around Mar 6 (10 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 17

Transplant בצל seedlings outdoors after Apr 17. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 9/מ² (10cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 6

First harvest approximately Jul 6 (~80 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

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