When should I plant सूरजमुखी in Zone 11b?

Start सूरजमुखी seeds indoors around Dec 25. Transplant outdoors after Jan 22. Expect first harvest around Mar 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11b is Jan 15. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 350-day growing season.

Can I grow सूरजमुखी in Zone 11b?

Yes. सूरजमुखी needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 18 successions.

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🌻 Growing सूरजमुखी in Zone 11b

Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. सूरजमुखी can be planted almost any time with proper planning. अंतिम पाला: Jan 15. पहला पाला: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 25Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 दिन) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 18x)

ज़ोन11b

अंतिम पालाJan 15

पहला पालाDec 31

मौसम350 दिन

फसल90 दिन

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When to Plant सूरजमुखी in Zone 11b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 25

Start सूरजमुखी seeds indoors around Dec 25 (3 अंतिम पाले से पहले सप्ताह). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 22

Transplant सूरजमुखी seedlings outdoors after Jan 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/वर्ग फीट (30cm की दूरी). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 28

First harvest approximately Mar 28 (~65 दिन from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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