When should I plant Rajčica, Cherokee Purple in Zone 8a?

Start Rajčica, Cherokee Purple seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Apr 19. Expect first harvest around Jun 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Rajčica, Cherokee Purple in Zone 8a?

Yes. Rajčica, Cherokee Purple needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍅 Growing Rajčica, Cherokee Purple in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Rajčica, Cherokee Purple. Zadnji mraz: Apr 5. Prvi mraz: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

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Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 dana)

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Zadnji mrazApr 5

Prvi mrazOct 28

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When to Plant Rajčica, Cherokee Purple in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Rajčica, Cherokee Purple seeds indoors around Feb 22 (6 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 6-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 19

Transplant Rajčica, Cherokee Purple seedlings outdoors after Apr 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 23

First harvest approximately Jun 23 (~65 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

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