When should I plant Saulespuķe in Zone 5a?

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

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 Saulespuķe in Zone 5a?

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

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🌻 Growing Saulespuķe in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Saulespuķe in this zone. Pēdējais sals: Apr 28. Pirmais sals: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 8

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

Zona5a

Pēdējais salsApr 28

Pirmais salsOct 8

Sezona163 dienas

Raža90 dienas

SaulePilna Saule

When to Plant Saulespuķe in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

Start Saulespuķe seeds indoors around Apr 7 (3 nedēļas pirms pēdējās salnas). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

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

Harvest: Jul 9

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

Pavārstāšana

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