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

Start Oost-Indische Kers seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Mar 29. Expect first harvest around May 8.

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 Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8b?

Yes. Oost-Indische Kers needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌺 Kweken van Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Oost-Indische Kers. Laatste vorst: Mar 22. Eerste vorst: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dagen)

Zone8b

Laatste vorstMar 22

Eerste vorstNov 10

Seizoen233 dagen

Oogst45 dagen

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When to Plant Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Oost-Indische Kers seeds indoors around Feb 22 (4 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 29

Transplant Oost-Indische Kers seedlings outdoors after Mar 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 8

First harvest approximately May 8 (~40 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

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