When should I plant Maïs in Zone 5b?

Direct sow Maïs outdoors around May 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 29.

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.

Yes. Maïs needs 85 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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Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Maïs in this zone. Laatste vorst: Apr 28. Eerste vorst: Oct 8.

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Harvest

May 5Oct 8

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

Zone5b

Laatste vorstApr 28

Eerste vorstOct 8

Seizoen163 dagen

Oogst85 dagen

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Direct sow Maïs seeds outdoors around May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand).

First harvest approximately Jul 29 (~85 dagen from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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