When should I plant Sorrel in Zone 5b?

Start Sorrel seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 14. Expect first harvest around May 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

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

Can I grow Sorrel in Zone 5b?

Yes. Sorrel needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Sorrel in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Sorrel in this zone. Embun beku terakhir: Apr 28. Embun beku pertama: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 hari)

Zona5b

Embun beku terakhirApr 28

Embun beku pertamaOct 8

Musim163 hari

Panen40 hari

MatahariMatahari Parsial / Teduh Parsial

When to Plant Sorrel in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Sorrel seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 minggu sebelum embun beku terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 14

Transplant Sorrel seedlings outdoors after Apr 14. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~45 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Sorrel can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Sorrel in Other Zones

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