When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 9a?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Mar 20. Expect first harvest around May 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 9a?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Kweken van Garlic Chives in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Garlic Chives. Laatste vorst: Mar 20. Eerste vorst: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dagen)

Zone9a

Laatste vorstMar 20

Eerste vorstNov 12

Seizoen237 dagen

Oogst75 dagen

Zonfull-to-part

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Jan 23 (8 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 20

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Mar 20. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 4

First harvest approximately May 4 (~45 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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