When should I plant Šalvėja in Zone 5a?

Start Šalvėja seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 21. Expect first harvest around Jun 20.

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 Šalvėja in Zone 5a?

Yes. Šalvėja needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Šalvėja in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Šalvėja in this zone. Paskutinis šalnas: Apr 28. Pirmas šalnas: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dienų)

Zona5a

Paskutinis šalnasApr 28

Pirmas šalnasOct 8

Sezonas163 dienų

Derlius75 dienų

SaulėPilna Saulė

When to Plant Šalvėja in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Šalvėja seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 savaičių prieš paskutinį šalną). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 21

Transplant Šalvėja seedlings outdoors after Apr 21. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm tarpas). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 20

First harvest approximately Jun 20 (~60 dienų from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Šalvėja can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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