When should I plant Saulėgrąža in Zone 4b?

Start Saulėgrąža seeds indoors around Apr 10. Transplant outdoors after May 8. Expect first harvest around Jul 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4b is May 1. The first fall frost averages Oct 5, giving a 157-day growing season.

Can I grow Saulėgrąža in Zone 4b?

Yes. Saulėgrąža needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 4b has a 157-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

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🌻 Growing Saulėgrąža in Zone 4b

Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Saulėgrąža in this zone. Paskutinis šalnas: May 1. Pirmas šalnas: Oct 5.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 10Oct 5

Season: May 1 – Oct 5 (157 dienų) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 4x)

Zona4b

Paskutinis šalnasMay 1

Pirmas šalnasOct 5

Sezonas157 dienų

Derlius90 dienų

SaulėPilna Saulė

When to Plant Saulėgrąža in Zone 4b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 10

Start Saulėgrąža seeds indoors around Apr 10 (3 savaičių prieš paskutinį šalną). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 8

Transplant Saulėgrąža seedlings outdoors after May 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm tarpas). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 12

First harvest approximately Jul 12 (~65 dienų from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5).

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