When should I plant Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 9a?

Start Oost-Indische Kers seeds indoors around Feb 20. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around May 6.

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 Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 9a?

Yes. Oost-Indische Kers needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌺 Kweken van Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 9a

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

Planting Calendar

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Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 20Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dagen)

Zone9a

Laatste vorstMar 20

Eerste vorstNov 12

Seizoen237 dagen

Oogst45 dagen

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When to Plant Oost-Indische Kers in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 20

Start Oost-Indische Kers seeds indoors around Feb 20 (4 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27

Transplant Oost-Indische Kers seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 6

First harvest approximately May 6 (~40 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

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