When should I plant Wortel in Zone 6b?

Direct sow Wortel outdoors around Mar 25. Expect first harvest around Jun 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Wortel in Zone 6b?

Yes. Wortel needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🥕 Kweken van Wortel in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Wortel. Laatste vorst: Apr 15. Eerste vorst: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 25Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dagen) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

Zone6b

Laatste vorstApr 15

Eerste vorstOct 22

Seizoen190 dagen

Oogst70 dagen

ZonVolle Zon

When to Plant Wortel in Zone 6b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 25

Direct sow Wortel seeds outdoors around Mar 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 16/m² (8cm afstand).

Harvest: Jun 3

First harvest approximately Jun 3 (~70 dagen from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Wortel can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Aug 13

For a fall harvest, plant Wortel around Aug 13 (10 weeks before first frost).

Begeleidende Beplanting

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Wortel in Andere Zones

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