When should I plant सूरजमुखी in Zone 3b?

Start सूरजमुखी seeds indoors around Apr 24. Transplant outdoors after May 22. Expect first harvest around Jul 26.

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 सूरजमुखी in Zone 3b?

Yes. सूरजमुखी needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

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🌻 Growing सूरजमुखी in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start सूरजमुखी early indoors to maximize your harvest window. अंतिम पाला: May 15. पहला पाला: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 दिन) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 2x)

ज़ोन3b

अंतिम पालाMay 15

पहला पालाSep 22

मौसम130 दिन

फसल90 दिन

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When to Plant सूरजमुखी in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 24

Start सूरजमुखी seeds indoors around Apr 24 (3 अंतिम पाले से पहले सप्ताह). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 22

Transplant सूरजमुखी seedlings outdoors after May 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: Jul 26

First harvest approximately Jul 26 (~65 दिन from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

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