When should I plant Aardbei in Zone 8a?

Start Aardbei seeds indoors around Jan 25. Transplant outdoors after Mar 1. Expect first harvest around May 30.

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 Aardbei in Zone 8a?

Yes. Aardbei needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍓 Kweken van Aardbei in Zone 8a

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 25Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 dagen)

Zone8a

Laatste vorstApr 5

Eerste vorstOct 28

Seizoen206 dagen

Oogst60 dagen

ZonVolle Zon

When to Plant Aardbei in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 25

Start Aardbei seeds indoors around Jan 25 (10 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 14-28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 1

Transplant Aardbei seedlings outdoors after Mar 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 30

First harvest approximately May 30 (~90 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28). Aardbei can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Begeleidende Beplanting

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