When should I plant Saulespuķe in Zone 8b?

Start Saulespuķe seeds indoors around Mar 1. Transplant outdoors after Mar 29. Expect first harvest around Jun 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Saulespuķe in Zone 8b?

Yes. Saulespuķe needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 10 successions.

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🌻 Growing Saulespuķe in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Saulespuķe. Pēdējais sals: Mar 22. Pirmais sals: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 1Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dienas) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 10x)

Zona8b

Pēdējais salsMar 22

Pirmais salsNov 10

Sezona233 dienas

Raža90 dienas

SaulePilna Saule

When to Plant Saulespuķe in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 1

Start Saulespuķe seeds indoors around Mar 1 (3 nedēļas pirms pēdējās salnas). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 29

Transplant Saulespuķe seedlings outdoors after Mar 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm attālums). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 2

First harvest approximately Jun 2 (~65 dienas from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

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