When should I plant Sesame in Zone 6a?

Start Sesame seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 28. Expect first harvest around Jul 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Sesame in Zone 6a?

Yes. Sesame needs 110 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Sesame in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Sesame. כפור אחרון: Apr 28. כפור ראשון: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 ימים)

אזור6a

כפור אחרוןApr 28

כפור ראשוןOct 8

עונה163 ימים

קטיף110 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Sesame in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Sesame seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 28

Transplant Sesame seedlings outdoors after Apr 28. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 9/מ² (10cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 17

First harvest approximately Jul 17 (~80 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

שתילה מלווה

✅ Soybean ✅ Mung Bean

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