When should I plant Leek in Zone 3b?

Start Leek seeds indoors around Mar 6. Transplant outdoors after May 1. Expect first harvest around Jul 30.

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 Leek in Zone 3b?

Yes. Leek needs 120 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Leek in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Leek early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Embun beku terakhir: May 15. Embun beku pertama: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 hari)

Zona3b

Embun beku terakhirMay 15

Embun beku pertamaSep 22

Musim130 hari

Panen120 hari

MatahariMatahari Penuh

When to Plant Leek in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6

Start Leek seeds indoors around Mar 6 (10 minggu sebelum embun beku terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 1

Transplant Leek seedlings outdoors after May 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 30

First harvest approximately Jul 30 (~90 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22). Leek can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Tanaman Pendamping

✅ Wortel✅ Bawang Merah✅ Seledri

❌ Kacang❌ Kacang Polong

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