When should I plant Saulėgrąža in Zone 5b?

Start Saulėgrąža seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 9.

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 Saulėgrąža in Zone 5b?

Yes. Saulėgrąža needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🌻 Growing Saulėgrąža in Zone 5b

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dienų) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Zona5b

Paskutinis šalnasApr 28

Pirmas šalnasOct 8

Sezonas163 dienų

Derlius90 dienų

SaulėPilna Saulė

When to Plant Saulėgrąža in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

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

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Saulėgrąža seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm tarpas). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 9

First harvest approximately Jul 9 (~65 dienų from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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