When should I plant Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8b?

Start Chinese Broccoli seeds indoors around Feb 8. Transplant outdoors after Apr 5. Expect first harvest around Jun 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8b?

Yes. Chinese Broccoli needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Chinese Broccoli. अंतिम पाला: Mar 22. पहला पाला: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 8Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 दिन)

ज़ोन8b

अंतिम पालाMar 22

पहला पालाNov 10

मौसम233 दिन

फसल60 दिन

धूपपूर्ण धूप

When to Plant Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 8

Start Chinese Broccoli seeds indoors around Feb 8 (6 अंतिम पाले से पहले सप्ताह). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5

Transplant Chinese Broccoli seedlings outdoors after Apr 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/वर्ग फीट (15cm की दूरी). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 4

First harvest approximately Jun 4 (~60 दिन from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

Fall Planting: Aug 18

For a fall harvest, plant Chinese Broccoli around Aug 18 (12 weeks before first frost).

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