When should I plant Kelj in Zone 9b?

Start Kelj seeds indoors around Jan 27. Transplant outdoors after Feb 10. Expect first harvest around Mar 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Kelj in Zone 9b?

Yes. Kelj needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Kelj in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Kelj. Zadnji mraz: Mar 10. Prvi mraz: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 27Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 dana)

Zona9b

Zadnji mrazMar 10

Prvi mrazNov 15

Sezona250 dana

Berba60 dana

SuncePolusjene

When to Plant Kelj in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 27

Start Kelj seeds indoors around Jan 27 (6 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 10

Transplant Kelj seedlings outdoors after Feb 10. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 27

First harvest approximately Mar 27 (~45 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15). Kelj can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 20

For a fall harvest, plant Kelj around Sep 20 (8 weeks before first frost).

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