When should I plant Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8a?

Start Oost-Indische Kers seeds indoors around Mar 8. Transplant outdoors after Apr 12. Expect first harvest around May 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8a?

Yes. Oost-Indische Kers needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌺 Kweken van Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Oost-Indische Kers. Laatste vorst: Apr 5. Eerste vorst: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 8Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 dagen)

Zone8a

Laatste vorstApr 5

Eerste vorstOct 28

Seizoen206 dagen

Oogst45 dagen

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When to Plant Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 8

Start Oost-Indische Kers seeds indoors around Mar 8 (4 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 12

Transplant Oost-Indische Kers seedlings outdoors after Apr 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 22

First harvest approximately May 22 (~40 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

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