When should I plant Brokkoli in Zone 5a?

Start Brokkoli seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Brokkoli in Zone 5a?

Yes. Brokkoli needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥦 Growing Brokkoli in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Brokkoli in this zone. Utolsó fagy: Apr 28. Első fagy: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 nap)

Zóna5a

Utolsó fagyApr 28

Első fagyOct 8

Szezon163 nap

Betakarítás70 nap

NapTeljes Nap

When to Plant Brokkoli in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Brokkoli seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 hét az utolsó fagy előtt). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Brokkoli seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm távolság). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 11

First harvest approximately Jul 11 (~60 nap from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 16

For a fall harvest, plant Brokkoli around Jul 16 (12 weeks before first frost).

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